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Origins of the McGovan surname

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About the McGovans

We have a total number of 939 records for people with the last name McGovan.

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Where do most McGovans live?

In 1921, most McGovans lived in Yorkshire.


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Interesting facts about McGovans

How common is your surname?

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

We have 580 records for the McGovan surname. The oldest one dates back to 1881.

Who were McGovans most likely to marry?

Mc Govans

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McGowans

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married McGovans.

What are the most common McGovan first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Margaret

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

Common jobs for McGovans

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

Common Female occupations for McGovans in 1921
Dressmaker

7

Cotton Weaver

6

Seamstress

3

Servant

3

Book Folder

2

Common Male occupations for McGovans in 1921
General Labourer

13

Coal Miner

10

Farm Labourer

4

Slater

4

Tailor

4

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