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Origins of the McAvey surname

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We have a total number of 612 records for people with the last name McAvey.

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Where do most McAveys live?

In 1921, most McAveys lived in Northern Ireland.


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Interesting facts about McAveys

How common is your surname?

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

We have 144 records for the McAvey surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were McAveys most likely to marry?

Mc Aveys

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What are the most common McAvey first names?

  • James
  • John
  • Mary
  • Bridget

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Common jobs for McAveys

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

Common Female occupations for McAveys in 1921
Hawker

4

Cotton Picker

3

Dressmaker

2

Mill Worker Lint

2

Wife

2

Common Male occupations for McAveys in 1921
Coal Miner

5

Boilermaker

2

Errand Boy

2

General Labourer

2

Weaver Linen

2

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