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Origins of the McNea surname

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About the McNeas

We have a total number of 232 records for people with the last name McNea.

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Where do most McNeas live?

In 1921, most McNeas lived in Yorkshire.


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Interesting facts about McNeas

How common is your surname?

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

We have 90 records for the McNea surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were McNeas most likely to marry?

Mc Neas

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Lewises

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What are the most common McNea first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Bridget

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Common jobs for McNeas

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

Common Female occupations for McNeas in 1921
Living On Own Means

2

Coachman Wife

1

F S

1

House Servant

1

Paper Mill Worker

1

Common Male occupations for McNeas in 1921
Railway Porter

3

Blacksmith

1

Coachman (Domestic)

1

Commercial Clerk

1

Cotton Porter

1

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