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Origins of the McQuay surname

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About the McQuays

We have a total number of 658 records for people with the last name McQuay.

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Where do most McQuays live?

In 1921, most McQuays lived in London.


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Interesting facts about McQuays

How common is your surname?

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

We have 212 records for the McQuay surname. The oldest one dates back to 1860.

Who were McQuays most likely to marry?

Mc Quays

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Davises

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What are the most common McQuay first names?

  • John
  • James
  • Mary
  • Sarah

Our birth record sets tell us the names of McQuay family members

Common jobs for McQuays

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

Common Female occupations for McQuays in 1921
Whipstring Maker

4

Domestic Servant

3

Laundress

3

Assisting In Business

2

F S

2

Common Male occupations for McQuays in 1921
Tailor

3

Copper Smith

2

Electric Car Driver

2

Electrical Engineer

2

Gut Manufacturer

2

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