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Origins of the McPaul surname

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About the McPauls

We have a total number of 269 records for people with the last name McPaul.

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Where do most McPauls live?

In 1921, most McPauls lived in Yorkshire.


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Interesting facts about McPauls

How common is your surname?

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

We have 93 records for the McPaul surname. The oldest one dates back to 2002.

Who were McPauls most likely to marry?

Mc Pauls

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Hillses

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What are the most common McPaul first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Margaret

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Common jobs for McPauls

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

Common Female occupations for McPauls in 1921
Canvas Weaver

2

Housekeeper

2

Bleachfield Worker

1

Charwoman

1

Cotton Bleacher

1

Common Male occupations for McPauls in 1921
App Hole Borer

1

App Riveter

1

Assistant Cook

1

Barmaid

1

Boatswain

1

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