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Origins of the McGeagh surname

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About the McGeaghs

We have a total number of 387 records for people with the last name McGeagh.

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Where do most McGeaghs live?

In 1921, most McGeaghs lived in London.


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Interesting facts about McGeaghs

How common is your surname?

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

We have 186 records for the McGeagh surname. The oldest one dates back to 1900.

Who were McGeaghs most likely to marry?

Mc Geaghs

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Martins

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What are the most common McGeagh first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Margaret

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Common jobs for McGeaghs

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

Common Female occupations for McGeaghs in 1921
Child

2

Book Binder

1

Cotton Weaver

1

Domestic At Home

1

Domestic Servant

1

Common Male occupations for McGeaghs in 1921
Doctor Of Medicine

4

Carter

2

Ferry Master

2

Medical Practitioner

2

Medical Student

2

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