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Origins of the Marcus surname

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About the Marcuses

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Where do most Marcuses live?

In 1921, most Marcuses lived in London.


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Interesting facts about Marcuses

How common is your surname?

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

We have 3,000 records for the Marcus surname. The oldest one dates back to 1560.

Who were Marcuses most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Marcus first names?

  • Joseph
  • Samuel
  • Rose
  • Mary

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Common jobs for Marcuses

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

Common Female occupations for Marcuses in 1921
Tailoress

29

Living On Own Means

10

Dressmaker

9

Bookkeepers And Cashiers

6

Clerks

6

Common Male occupations for Marcuses in 1921
Tailor

44

Salespersons

32

Clerks

28

Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

25

Sales Clerks

23

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