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Origins of the McElhatton surname

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We have a total number of 749 records for people with the last name McElhatton.

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Where do most McElhattons live?

In 1921, most McElhattons lived in North East.


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Interesting facts about McElhattons

How common is your surname?

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

We have 404 records for the McElhatton surname. The oldest one dates back to 1881.

Who were McElhattons most likely to marry?

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What are the most common McElhatton first names?

  • John
  • Michael
  • Mary
  • Margaret

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Common jobs for McElhattons

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

Common Female occupations for McElhattons in 1921
Mantle Maker

3

General Servant Domestic

2

Assisting In Household

1

Clerk Query And Credy

1

Cook (Domestic)

1

Common Male occupations for McElhattons in 1921
Coal Miner

16

Blastfurnace Labourer

4

Builder & Contractor

4

Labourer Iron Works

4

Blast Furnaceman

3

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