Origins of the Murnaghan surname
About the Murnaghans
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Interesting facts about Murnaghan
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We have for the Murnaghan surname. The oldest one dates back to 1900.
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Our tell us which families married Murnaghans.
What are the most common Murnaghan first names?
James
George
Mary
Elizabeth
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Common jobs for Murnaghans
Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.
Common female occupations for Murnaghans in 1921
Dressmaker
2
Spool Winder
2
(Pauper) Mariner's Daur
2
Assisting In Business
1
Braid Tenter (Braid)
1
Common male occupations for Murnaghans in 1921
Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers
2
Ship Cook
2
Tailor
2
Assistant Ordnance Survey
1
Carter
1
