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Origins of the McMurdie surname

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We have a total number of 621 records for people with the last name McMurdie.

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Where do most McMurdies live?

In 1921, most McMurdies lived in London.


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Interesting facts about McMurdies

How common is your surname?

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

We have 437 records for the McMurdie surname. The oldest one dates back to 1841.

Who were McMurdies most likely to marry?

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What are the most common McMurdie first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Margaret

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Common jobs for McMurdies

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

Common Female occupations for McMurdies in 1921
Dressmaker

10

Artificial Florist

5

House Keeper

4

Cotton Weaver

3

Domestic Servant

3

Common Male occupations for McMurdies in 1921
Collier

7

Clerk

3

Wood Sawyer

3

Architect

2

Architect & Surveyor

2

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