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Origins of the McAiney surname

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About the McAineys

We have a total number of 129 records for people with the last name McAiney.

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Where do most McAineys live?

In 1921, most McAineys lived in London.


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Interesting facts about McAineys

How common is your surname?

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

We have 113 records for the McAiney surname. The oldest one dates back to 1925.

Who were McAineys most likely to marry?

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What are the most common McAiney first names?

  • James
  • Bernard
  • Catherine
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for McAineys

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

Common Female occupations for McAineys in 1921
Weaver Cotton

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Card Room Operative

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Card Room Worker

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Cardroom Hand Cotton Mill

1

Cotten Weaver Hlaf Timer

1

Common Male occupations for McAineys in 1921
Cotton Spinner

2

Picier Spinning Room

2

Stripper & Grinder Card Room

2

Card Room Operative Retired

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Cotten Weaver

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