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Origins of the McGilley surname

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About the McGilleys

We have a total number of 328 records for people with the last name McGilley.

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Where do most McGilleys live?

In 1921, most McGilleys lived in North East.


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Interesting facts about McGilleys

How common is your surname?

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

We have 117 records for the McGilley surname. The oldest one dates back to 1861.

Who were McGilleys most likely to marry?

Hatfields

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Mc Gilleys

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What are the most common McGilley first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Margaret

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Common jobs for McGilleys

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

Common Female occupations for McGilleys in 1921
Mill Worker

2

Agricultural Labourer

1

Annuitant

1

Beachfield Worker

1

French Polisher

1

Common Male occupations for McGilleys in 1921
Coal Miner Hewer

2

Iron Labourer

2

Ironstone Miner

2

Apprentice Engineer

1

Bricklayer Labourer

1

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