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Origins of the McDanell surname

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About the McDanells

We have a total number of 166 records for people with the last name McDanell.

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Where do most McDanells live?

In 1921, most McDanells lived in Northern Ireland.


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Interesting facts about McDanells

How common is your surname?

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

We have 126 records for the McDanell surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were McDanells most likely to marry?

Mc Danells

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Henrys

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What are the most common McDanell first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Sarah

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Common jobs for McDanells

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

Common Female occupations for McDanells in 1921
Dressmaker

4

Assistant Teacher

2

Artificial Florist

1

Artificial Flour Makers

1

Bookbinder

1

Common Male occupations for McDanells in 1921
Clerk

2

Commercial Clerk

2

Compositor

2

Hatter

2

Painter

2

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