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Mcgeachey Family History

Mcgeachey Surname Meaning

Historically, surnames evolved as a way to sort people into groups - by occupation, place of origin, clan affiliation, patronage, parentage, adoption, and even physical characteristics (like red hair). Many of the modern surnames in the dictionary can be traced back to Britain and Ireland.


Similar surnames: Mcgeachy, Mceachen, Mcgahey, Mcgaffey, Peachey, Mcgarvey, Mceachern

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Where is the Mcgeachey family from?

You can see how Mcgeachey families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Mcgeachey family name was found in the USA, and Scotland between 1841 and 1920. The most Mcgeachey families were found in USA in 1880. In 1841 there were 5 Mcgeachey families living in Argyll. This was about 83% of all the recorded Mcgeachey's in Scotland. Argyll had the highest population of Mcgeachey families in 1841.
Use census records and voter lists to see where families with the Mcgeachey surname lived. Within census records, you can often find information like name of household members, ages, birthplaces, residences, and occupations.
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Census Records

There are 274 census records available for the last name Mcgeachey. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Mcgeachey census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger Lists

There are 46 immigration records available for the last name Mcgeachey. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 46 military records available for the last name Mcgeachey. For the veterans among your Mcgeachey ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Mcgeachey lifespan?

Between 1981 and 2003, in the United States, Mcgeachey life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1981, and highest in 2003. The average life expectancy for Mcgeachey in 1981 was 52, and 85 in 2003.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Mcgeachey ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

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