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Origins of the McGah surname

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About the McGahs

We have a total number of 198 records for people with the last name McGah.

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Where do most McGahs live?

In 1921, most McGahs lived in London.


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Interesting facts about McGahs

How common is your surname?

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

We have 76 records for the McGah surname. The oldest one dates back to 1851.

Who were McGahs most likely to marry?

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What are the most common McGah first names?

  • John
  • Thomas
  • Mary
  • Bridget

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Common jobs for McGahs

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

Common Female occupations for McGahs in 1921
Piecer Cotton Mill

2

Charwoman

1

Cotton Waste Sorter

1

Factory Hand Cotton Waste

1

Factory Operative

1

Common Male occupations for McGahs in 1921
Bricklayers Labourer

3

General Labourer

3

Stoker

2

Barman

1

Bricklayers Lr

1

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