Origins of the Shapiro surname
About the Shapiros
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Interesting facts about Shapiro
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Who were Shapiros most likely to marry?
What are the most common Shapiro first names?
Harry
Samuel
Rose
Sarah
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Common jobs for Shapiros
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Common female occupations for Shapiros in 1921
Dressmaker
5
Tailoress
5
Machinist Mantles
4
Assisting In The Business
3
Bookkeepers And Cashiers
3
Common male occupations for Shapiros in 1921
Salespersons
80
Sales Clerks
58
Shipping And Receiving Clerks
55
Clerks
54
Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers
49
