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Origins of the McNaughten surname

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About the McNaughtens

We have a total number of 693 records for people with the last name McNaughten.

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Where do most McNaughtens live?

In 1921, most McNaughtens lived in London.


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Interesting facts about McNaughtens

How common is your surname?

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

We have 448 records for the McNaughten surname. The oldest one dates back to 1850.

Who were McNaughtens most likely to marry?

Mc Naughtens

&

Blacks

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What are the most common McNaughten first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Catherine

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Common jobs for McNaughtens

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

Common Female occupations for McNaughtens in 1921
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4

Domestic Servant

3

Dress Maker

3

General Serv

3

Cook

2

Common Male occupations for McNaughtens in 1921
Shepherd

5

Baker

4

Crofter

4

General Labourer

4

Draper

2

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