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Origins of the McGeown surname

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We have a total number of 867 records for people with the last name McGeown.

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Where do most McGeowns live?

In 1921, most McGeowns lived in London.


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Interesting facts about McGeowns

How common is your surname?

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

We have 316 records for the McGeown surname. The oldest one dates back to 1861.

Who were McGeowns most likely to marry?

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What are the most common McGeown first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Margaret

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Common jobs for McGeowns

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

Common Female occupations for McGeowns in 1921
Assistant At Home

2

C Factory Worker

2

Cook Domestic

2

Clerical Assistant Grade I

1

Cotton Warper

1

Common Male occupations for McGeowns in 1921
Porter

4

Dock Labr

3

General Labourer

3

Labourer In Shipyard

3

Dealer, Hardware

2

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