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Origins of the McQuail surname

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About the McQuails

We have a total number of 204 records for people with the last name McQuail.

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Where do most McQuails live?

In 1921, most McQuails lived in London.


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Interesting facts about McQuails

How common is your surname?

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

We have 51 records for the McQuail surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were McQuails most likely to marry?

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What are the most common McQuail first names?

  • Patrick
  • Edward
  • Mary
  • Catherine

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Common jobs for McQuails

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

Common Female occupations for McQuails in 1921
Ag Wife

1

At Home

1

Bleacher (Cotton)

1

Cotton Reeler

1

Domestic Servant

1

Common Male occupations for McQuails in 1921
Dock Labourer

3

At Home

1

Civil Servant (Inland Revenue)

1

Cotton Maker Up

1

Dock Porter

1

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