Origins of the Mac surname

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    In 1921, most Macs lived in west-midlands

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    Interesting facts about Mac

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    What are the most common Mac first names?

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    Common jobs for Macs

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

    Commmon female occupations for Macs in 1921

    Dressmaker

    43

    Annuitant

    39

    Laundress

    30

    Domestic Servant

    27

    Servant

    27

    Commmon male occupations for Macs in 1921

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    294

    Tinsmiths

    229

    Clerks

    182

    Foremen

    131

    Semiskilled Mechanics And Repairmen

    126

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