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Origins of the McFarlene surname

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About the McFarlenes

We have a total number of 245 records for people with the last name McFarlene.

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Where do most McFarlenes live?

In 1921, most McFarlenes lived in London.


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Interesting facts about McFarlenes

How common is your surname?

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

We have 183 records for the McFarlene surname. The oldest one dates back to 1881.

Who were McFarlenes most likely to marry?

Mc Farlenes

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Sheehans

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What are the most common McFarlene first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Margaret
  • Mary

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Common jobs for McFarlenes

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

Common Female occupations for McFarlenes in 1921
Domestic Servant

2

General Servant Domestic

2

House Servant

2

Cotton Ring Spinner

1

Dairy Maid

1

Common Male occupations for McFarlenes in 1921
Blacksmith

2

Apprentice Tailor

1

Bank Clerk

1

Boiler Maker

1

Bookbinder

1

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