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Origins of the McConnell surname

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About the McConnells

We have a total number of 43846 records for people with the last name McConnell.

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Where do most McConnells live?

In 1921, most McConnells lived in London.


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Interesting facts about McConnells

How common is your surname?

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

We have 18,500 records for the McConnell surname. The oldest one dates back to 1684.

Who were McConnells most likely to marry?

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What are the most common McConnell first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Margaret

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Common jobs for McConnells

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

Common Female occupations for McConnells in 1921
Dressmaker

76

Domestic Servant

72

Housekeeper

63

House Keeper

39

Cotton Weaver

30

Common Male occupations for McConnells in 1921
Coal Miner

136

General Labourer

125

Tailor

62

Carter

58

Shoemaker

47

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