Origins of the Meachan surname
About the Meachans
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Interesting facts about Meachan
How common is your surname?
You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
Who were Meachans most likely to marry?
Swanks
&
Allbees
What are the most common Meachan first names?
John
William
Mary
Elizabeth
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Common jobs for Meachans
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Commmon female occupations for Meachans in 1921
Cotton Weaver
3
Cardboard Box Maker
2
House Servant
2
Packer
2
Ruler
2
Commmon male occupations for Meachans in 1921
Coal Miner
4
Agricultural Labourer
2
Annuitant
2
Carpenter & Joiner
2
Cork Cutter
2
