Origins of the Meskell surname
About the Meskells
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Interesting facts about Meskell
How common is your surname?
You have a rare surname! It's not in the top 1000 UK surnames!
Who were Meskells most likely to marry?
Buckholzes
What are the most common Meskell first names?
John
Michael
Mary
Bridget
Common jobs for Meskells
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Commmon female occupations for Meskells in 1921
Cotton Spinner
2
Rag Picker
2
At School
1
Card Room Hand Cotton Factory
1
Housemaid Domestic
1
Commmon male occupations for Meskells in 1921
Boot Maker
3
At School
2
Coach Builder
2
Semiskilled Machine Shop And Related Occupations
2
Able Seaman
1
