Origins of the Wilbur surname

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    In 1921, most Wilburs lived in east-midlands

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    1,800 Wilbur Travel & migration records
    370 Wilburs found in all Census records

    Interesting facts about Wilbur

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    What are the most common Wilbur first names?

    William

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    Elizabeth

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    Common jobs for Wilburs

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    Common female occupations for Wilburs in 1921

    Hosiery Hand

    5

    Hosiery Machinist

    5

    Hosiery Stitcher

    3

    Employed Asst

    2

    Framework Knitter

    2

    Common male occupations for Wilburs in 1921

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    28

    Farm Hands

    17

    Tinsmiths

    13

    Foremen

    8

    Hosiery Hand

    8

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