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Origins of the Macbay surname

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About the Macbays

We have a total number of 95 records for people with the last name Macbay.

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Where do most Macbays live?

In 1921, most Macbays lived in South East.


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Interesting facts about Macbays

How common is your surname?

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We have 67 records for the Macbay surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Macbays most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Macbay first names?

  • William
  • Alfred Joseph
  • Mary
  • Emma

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Common jobs for Macbays

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

Common Female occupations for Macbays in 1921
Fisherman's Wife

2

Assisting At House

1

Baker

1

Captains Wife

1

Domestic Servant Housemaid

1

Common Male occupations for Macbays in 1921
Fisherman (Line)

2

Captain &... Artillery Militia

1

Clerk (Drapery)

1

Commercial Traveller Female Ware

1

Dock Labourer

1

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