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Origins of the McGargle surname

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About the McGargles

We have a total number of 285 records for people with the last name McGargle.

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Where do most McGargles live?

In 1921, most McGargles lived in North East.


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Interesting facts about McGargles

How common is your surname?

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

We have 197 records for the McGargle surname. The oldest one dates back to 1919.

Who were McGargles most likely to marry?

Mc Gargles

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McCormics

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What are the most common McGargle first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Catherine

Our birth record sets tell us the names of McGargle family members

Common jobs for McGargles

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

Common Female occupations for McGargles in 1921
Tobacconist's Assistant

3

Hawker

2

Boot Finisher (Mkr)

1

Cook Domestic

1

F S

1

Common Male occupations for McGargles in 1921
General Labourer

3

Engine Fitter

2

Labourer General

2

Porter

2

Ap Lithographic Printer

1

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