Origins of the Woff surname

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    In 1921, most Woffs lived in south-west

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    Interesting facts about Woff

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    What are the most common Woff first names?

    John

    William

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    Common jobs for Woffs

    Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.

    Common female occupations for Woffs in 1921

    Domestic Servant

    2

    Dressmaker

    2

    Nurse Girl (Domestic)

    2

    Assisting In Business

    1

    At Home

    1

    Common male occupations for Woffs in 1921

    Fisherman

    6

    Barman

    3

    Coal Miner Hewer

    3

    Mariner

    3

    Tailor

    3

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