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Origins of the Magra surname

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About the Magras

We have a total number of 217 records for people with the last name Magra.

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Where do most Magras live?

In 1921, most Magras lived in South East.


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Interesting facts about Magras

How common is your surname?

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

We have 164 records for the Magra surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Magras most likely to marry?

Magras

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Henrys

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What are the most common Magra first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Maria

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Common jobs for Magras

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

Common Female occupations for Magras in 1921
Cook

4

Annuitant

2

Bedstead Japan Polisher

2

General Servant

2

At Dye Work

1

Common Male occupations for Magras in 1921
Brakesman

3

Farm Labourer

3

Farmers Son

2

Brass Filer

1

Brass Polisher

1

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