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Origins of the McKilligan surname

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About the McKilligans

We have a total number of 522 records for people with the last name McKilligan.

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Where do most McKilligans live?

In 1921, most McKilligans lived in Yorkshire.


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Interesting facts about McKilligans

How common is your surname?

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

We have 324 records for the McKilligan surname. The oldest one dates back to 1841.

Who were McKilligans most likely to marry?

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What are the most common McKilligan first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Margaret

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Common jobs for McKilligans

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

Common Female occupations for McKilligans in 1921
House Servant

5

General Servt

4

Cook

3

Domestic Servant

3

Flax Weaver

2

Common Male occupations for McKilligans in 1921
Farmer

5

House Carpenter

5

Farm Serv

3

Gardener

3

Bank Teller

2

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