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Origins of the Mekenzie surname

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About the Mekenzies

We have a total number of 32 records for people with the last name Mekenzie.

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Where do most Mekenzies live?

In 1921, most Mekenzies lived in North East.


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Interesting facts about Mekenzies

How common is your surname?

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

We have 14 records for the Mekenzie surname. The oldest one dates back to 1910.

Who were Mekenzies most likely to marry?

Goodes

&

Dodds

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What are the most common Mekenzie first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Mekenzies

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

Common Female occupations for Mekenzies in 1921
Draper's Assistant

1

Common Male occupations for Mekenzies in 1921
Esquire Writer

1

H Painter

1

Paperkeeper London

1

Porter

1

Seaman

1

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