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Origins of the Maguiness surname

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About the Maguinesses

We have a total number of 253 records for people with the last name Maguiness.

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Where do most Maguinesses live?

In 1921, most Maguinesses lived in Yorkshire.


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Interesting facts about Maguinesses

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We have 123 records for the Maguiness surname. The oldest one dates back to 1921.

Who were Maguinesses most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Maguiness first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Margaret

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Common jobs for Maguinesses

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

Common Female occupations for Maguinesses in 1921
House Servant

2

Housekeeper

2

Charwoman

1

Dealer In Sweets Etc

1

Double In Mill

1

Common Male occupations for Maguinesses in 1921
Dock Labourer

2

Engineers Fitter Apprentice

2

Shipyard Labourer

2

Ag Labourer

1

Attendant County Asylum

1

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