Category: Names

Case Study: Overcoming Same-Named People in Genealogy Records

You knew all those search results with the same name were too good to be true. Through this case study, learn how to follow your actual ancestor's record trail and weed out the imposters.

Genealogy Insider: Name Games Premium

Have fun with your name (and learn something, too) by typing it into these online tools.

9 Name Research Problems (and How to Solve Them)

Mixed up by multiple monikers? Here's how to untangle the ancestral nicknames, name changes and spelling variations that can trip up your research.