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Origins of the McGeary surname

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We have a total number of 2941 records for people with the last name McGeary.

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Where do most McGearys live?

In 1921, most McGearys lived in North East.


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Interesting facts about McGearys

How common is your surname?

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

We have 1,390 records for the McGeary surname. The oldest one dates back to 1786.

Who were McGearys most likely to marry?

Mc Gearys

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Smiths

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What are the most common McGeary first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Margaret

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Common jobs for McGearys

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

Common Female occupations for McGearys in 1921
Dressmaker

8

Cotton Weaver

5

House Keeper

4

Marrd

4

Weaver

4

Common Male occupations for McGearys in 1921
Coal Miner

19

General Labourer

11

Shoemaker

9

Coal Miner Hewer

7

General Laborer

5

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