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Origins of the Macilwain surname

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About the Macilwains

We have a total number of 211 records for people with the last name Macilwain.

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Where do most Macilwains live?

In 1921, most Macilwains lived in South West.


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Interesting facts about Macilwains

How common is your surname?

You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!

We have 146 records for the Macilwain surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Macilwains most likely to marry?

Mac Ilwains

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Smiths

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What are the most common Macilwain first names?

  • George
  • James
  • Elizabeth
  • Eliza

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Common jobs for Macilwains

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

Common Female occupations for Macilwains in 1921
Living On Own Means

2

Machinist

2

Sewing Machinist

2

Assistant (Perfumers)

1

Barmaid

1

Common Male occupations for Macilwains in 1921
Plasterer

4

Carpenter

3

Hawker

2

Joiner

2

Plumber

2

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