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Origins of the Megennis surname

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About the Megennises

We have a total number of 64 records for people with the last name Megennis.

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Where do most Megennises live?

In 1921, most Megennises lived in North East.


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Interesting facts about Megennises

How common is your surname?

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

We have 52 records for the Megennis surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Megennises most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Megennises.

What are the most common Megennis first names?

  • John
  • Thomas
  • Elizabeth
  • Hannah

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Common jobs for Megennises

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

Common Female occupations for Megennises in 1921
Domestic Servant

1

Dressmaker

1

Living On Her Own Means

1

Meedle Hand Coset Maker

1

Waitress

1

Common Male occupations for Megennises in 1921
Boiler Maker

1

Boiler Scaler

1

Boiler Scaler Docks

1

Bridget

1

Holder Up Boiler Yard

1

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