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Origins of the McEvilly surname

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We have a total number of 789 records for people with the last name McEvilly.

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Where do most McEvillys live?

In 1921, most McEvillys lived in London.


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Interesting facts about McEvillys

How common is your surname?

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

We have 243 records for the McEvilly surname. The oldest one dates back to 1881.

Who were McEvillys most likely to marry?

Mc Evillys

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Duggans

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What are the most common McEvilly first names?

  • Peter
  • John
  • Mary
  • Bridget

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Common jobs for McEvillys

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

Common Female occupations for McEvillys in 1921
No Occupation

2

Assistant In Warehouse Cotton

1

Assisting In Business

1

Charwoman

1

Cotton Weaver

1

Common Male occupations for McEvillys in 1921
Bottle Washer

2

Collier

2

Hawker

2

Iron Turner

2

Unemployed

2

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