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Origins of the McGinnety surname

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About the McGinnetys

We have a total number of 139 records for people with the last name McGinnety.

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Where do most McGinnetys live?

In 1921, most McGinnetys lived in North East.


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Interesting facts about McGinnetys

How common is your surname?

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

We have 86 records for the McGinnety surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were McGinnetys most likely to marry?

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What are the most common McGinnety first names?

  • James
  • John
  • Mary
  • Margaret

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Common jobs for McGinnetys

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

Common Female occupations for McGinnetys in 1921
Shop Assistant

2

Book Keeper

1

Draper

1

Hardware Cost Clerk

1

Hawker

1

Common Male occupations for McGinnetys in 1921
Apprentice Factory Fitter

3

Tailor

2

Coal Miner

1

Commercial Clerk

1

Engineer's Steel Turner

1

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