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Origins of the Melcalfe surname

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About the Melcalfes

We have a total number of 234 records for people with the last name Melcalfe.

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Where do most Melcalfes live?

In 1921, most Melcalfes lived in Northern Ireland.


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Interesting facts about Melcalfes

How common is your surname?

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

We have 175 records for the Melcalfe surname. The oldest one dates back to 1851.

Who were Melcalfes most likely to marry?

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What are the most common Melcalfe first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Melcalfes

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

Common Female occupations for Melcalfes in 1921
Hair Seivay

3

Cotton Weaver

2

Domestic Servant

2

General Servant Domestic

2

Servant

2

Common Male occupations for Melcalfes in 1921
Compositor

3

Coal Miner

2

Engineers Inprover

2

Farm Labourer

2

Farmer

2

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