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Origins of the McLees surname

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About the McLeeses

We have a total number of 889 records for people with the last name McLees.

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Where do most McLeeses live?

In 1921, most McLeeses lived in London.


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Interesting facts about McLeeses

How common is your surname?

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

We have 501 records for the McLees surname. The oldest one dates back to 1860.

Who were McLeeses most likely to marry?

Mc Leeses

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Kaufmans

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What are the most common McLees first names?

  • James
  • John
  • Mary
  • Margaret

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Common jobs for McLeeses

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

Common Female occupations for McLeeses in 1921
Domestic Servant

5

Daur

3

Factory Worker

3

Book Folder

2

Clerk

2

Common Male occupations for McLeeses in 1921
Tailor

7

Laborer

5

Farmer's Son

3

Apprentice Printer

2

Bank Accountant

2

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