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Origins of the McGeady surname

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About the McGeadys

We have a total number of 397 records for people with the last name McGeady.

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Where do most McGeadys live?

In 1921, most McGeadys lived in South East.


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Interesting facts about McGeadys

How common is your surname?

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

We have 98 records for the McGeady surname. The oldest one dates back to 2002.

Who were McGeadys most likely to marry?

Mc Geadys

&

Lougherys

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married McGeadys.

What are the most common McGeady first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Catherine

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

Common jobs for McGeadys

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

Common Female occupations for McGeadys in 1921
Cotton Carder

2

Pupil Teacher

2

Cotton Ruler

1

Cotton Weaver In Factory

1

Dress Maker

1

Common Male occupations for McGeadys in 1921
Coal Miner

2

General Labourer

2

Baker

1

Blacksmith Apprentice

1

Boiler Maker

1

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