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Origins of the Michaelwaite surname

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About the Michaelwaites

We have a total number of 46 records for people with the last name Michaelwaite.

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Where do most Michaelwaites live?

In 1921, most Michaelwaites lived in Northern Ireland.


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Interesting facts about Michaelwaites

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We have 46 records for the Michaelwaite surname. The oldest one dates back to .

Who were Michaelwaites most likely to marry?

Our Marriage record sets tell us which families married Michaelwaites.

What are the most common Michaelwaite first names?

  • Richard
  • Alfred Richard
  • Mary
  • Sarah

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Common jobs for Michaelwaites

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

Common Female occupations for Michaelwaites in 1921
Formerly Domestic Housemaid

1

Fundholder

1

General Servant (Domestic)

1

House Keeper

1

House Wife

1

Common Male occupations for Michaelwaites in 1921
Plumber

3

Clerk

1

Clerk Commercial

1

Clerk In Holy Orders

1

Cloth Dresser

1

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