Origins of the McKeenan surname

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    In 1921, most McKeenans lived in west-midlands

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    Common jobs for Mckeenans

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    Commmon female occupations for Mckeenans in 1921

    Bridle Stitcher

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    Domestic

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    Mill Worker Winder

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    Wool Picker & Mender

    2

    Bricklayers Labourer Wife

    1

    Commmon male occupations for Mckeenans in 1921

    Spring Hook Maker

    5

    Boot & Shoe Maker

    1

    Bricklayers Labourer

    1

    Child

    1

    Clerk

    1

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