Origins of the Le Roy surname

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    In 1921, most Le Roys lived in london

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    Common jobs for Le roys

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    Common female occupations for Le roys in 1921

    Dressmaker

    11

    Milliner

    8

    Laundress

    7

    Housekeeper

    5

    Agricultural Labourer

    4

    Common male occupations for Le roys in 1921

    Agent

    8

    Upholsterer

    8

    Clerk

    7

    Farm Hands

    7

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    7

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