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Origins of the McIlwain surname

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About the McIlwains

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Where do most McIlwains live?

In 1921, most McIlwains lived in London.


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Interesting facts about McIlwains

How common is your surname?

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

We have 932 records for the McIlwain surname. The oldest one dates back to 1860.

Who were McIlwains most likely to marry?

Mc Ilwains

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Johnsons

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What are the most common McIlwain first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Margaret

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Common jobs for McIlwains

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

Common Female occupations for McIlwains in 1921
Dressmaker

6

Wool Spinner

4

Cotton Weaver

3

Domestic Servant

3

Factory

3

Common Male occupations for McIlwains in 1921
Coal Miner

14

Master

7

Able Seaman

6

Police Constable

6

Tailor

6

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