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Origins of the McDavid surname

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About the McDavids

We have a total number of 1368 records for people with the last name McDavid.

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Where do most McDavids live?

In 1921, most McDavids lived in London.


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Interesting facts about McDavids

How common is your surname?

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

We have 758 records for the McDavid surname. The oldest one dates back to 1850.

Who were McDavids most likely to marry?

Mc Davids

&

Williamses

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What are the most common McDavid first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Margaret

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Common jobs for McDavids

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

Common Female occupations for McDavids in 1921
Dressmaker

9

Laundress

5

Tailoress

5

Servant

4

Nurse

3

Common Male occupations for McDavids in 1921
Tailor

25

Carter

6

Coal Miner

4

General Labourer

4

Plumber

4

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