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Origins of the McFadyen surname

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We have a total number of 14757 records for people with the last name McFadyen.

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Where do most McFadyens live?

In 1921, most McFadyens lived in London.


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Interesting facts about McFadyens

How common is your surname?

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

We have 11,400 records for the McFadyen surname. The oldest one dates back to 1846.

Who were McFadyens most likely to marry?

Mc Fadyens

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Campbells

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What are the most common McFadyen first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Margaret

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Common jobs for McFadyens

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

Common Female occupations for McFadyens in 1921
Domestic Servant

92

Housekeeper

64

Dressmaker

63

F S

41

General Servant

39

Common Male occupations for McFadyens in 1921
Coal Miner

110

Fisherman

85

General Labourer

70

Carter

68

Farm Servant

64

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