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Origins of the McGaugh surname

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About the McGaughs

We have a total number of 592 records for people with the last name McGaugh.

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Where do most McGaughs live?

In 1921, most McGaughs lived in London.


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Interesting facts about McGaughs

How common is your surname?

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

We have 210 records for the McGaugh surname. The oldest one dates back to 1849.

Who were McGaughs most likely to marry?

Mc Gaughs

&

Williamses

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What are the most common McGaugh first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Margaret

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

Common jobs for McGaughs

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

Common Female occupations for McGaughs in 1921
Cotton Weaver

3

Cotton Worker

2

Hawker

2

Piecer In Cotton Mill

2

Works In Pottery

2

Common Male occupations for McGaughs in 1921
Boiler Sealer

3

Coal Getter

2

Coal Miner

2

General Labourer

2

Ral Labourer

2

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