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Origins of the McGenty surname

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About the McGentys

We have a total number of 561 records for people with the last name McGenty.

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Where do most McGentys live?

In 1921, most McGentys lived in North East.


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Interesting facts about McGentys

How common is your surname?

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

We have 226 records for the McGenty surname. The oldest one dates back to 1860.

Who were McGentys most likely to marry?

Mc Gentys

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Hurds

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What are the most common McGenty first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Margaret

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

Common jobs for McGentys

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

Common Female occupations for McGentys in 1921
Lodging House Keeper

3

Bigamously Married To Edward Mcmahon

2

Carder

2

Costermonger

2

Dress Maker

2

Common Male occupations for McGentys in 1921
Agricultural Labourer

2

At Home

2

Carter

2

Coal Miner

2

Costermonger

2

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