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Origins of the McKeowen surname

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About the McKeowens

We have a total number of 392 records for people with the last name McKeowen.

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Where do most McKeowens live?

In 1921, most McKeowens lived in London.


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Interesting facts about McKeowens

How common is your surname?

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

We have 236 records for the McKeowen surname. The oldest one dates back to 1881.

Who were McKeowens most likely to marry?

Mc Keowens

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Kings

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What are the most common McKeowen first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for McKeowens

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

Common Female occupations for McKeowens in 1921
Domestic Servant

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Laundress

4

Cotton Weaver

3

Dressmaker

3

Cook Domestic

2

Common Male occupations for McKeowens in 1921
General Labourer

4

Iron Moulder

3

Barber

2

Hairdresser

2

Apprentice Butcher

1

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