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Origins of the Quate surname

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About the Quates

We have a total number of 156 records for people with the last name Quate.

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Where do most Quates live?

In 1921, most Quates lived in Northern Ireland.


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Interesting facts about Quates

How common is your surname?

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

We have 89 records for the Quate surname. The oldest one dates back to 1918.

Who were Quates most likely to marry?

Edwardses

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Mc Quates

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What are the most common Quate first names?

  • John
  • William
  • Mary
  • Elizabeth

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Common jobs for Quates

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

Common Female occupations for Quates in 1921
At School

1

Coal Miner Wife

1

Mill Grounder

1

School Mistress

1

Shirt Finisher

1

Common Male occupations for Quates in 1921
Coal Miner

13

Turner

3

Shale Miner

2

Baker

1

Barbers

1

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