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Origins of the McIver surname

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About the McIvers

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Where do most McIvers live?

In 1921, most McIvers lived in London.


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Interesting facts about McIvers

How common is your surname?

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

We have 15,600 records for the McIver surname. The oldest one dates back to 1824.

Who were McIvers most likely to marry?

Mc Ivers

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Smiths

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What are the most common McIver first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Margaret

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Common jobs for McIvers

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

Common Female occupations for McIvers in 1921
Domestic Servant

91

General Serv

74

General Servant

65

Crofter

58

Pauper

56

Common Male occupations for McIvers in 1921
Fisherman

340

Crofter

309

Tenant

92

Shoemaker

79

General Labourer

73

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