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Origins of the McLarkey surname

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About the McLarkeys

We have a total number of 211 records for people with the last name McLarkey.

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Where do most McLarkeys live?

In 1921, most McLarkeys lived in London.


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Interesting facts about McLarkeys

How common is your surname?

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

We have 108 records for the McLarkey surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were McLarkeys most likely to marry?

Mc Larkeys

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Houghtons

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What are the most common McLarkey first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Margaret

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Common jobs for McLarkeys

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

Common Female occupations for McLarkeys in 1921
Bleacher

2

Cotton Power Loom Weaver

1

Cotton Spinner

1

Dealer

1

Dressmaker

1

Common Male occupations for McLarkeys in 1921
Dock Lab

2

General Labourer

2

Ballast Laborer

1

Bricklayer

1

Carter

1

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