November 3, 2023 Over the years I’ve asked roughly a bazillion genealogical questions. I think I’ve answered nearly that many for other genealogists too. The questions I’ve asked and been asked ranged from technology to DNA to research. No matter what the topic, the answers were all much the same. They usually began with “It …
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A Swedish Surname
October 27, 2023 My maiden name is Fernelius. Since it’s not a common name, I’ve spent a lifetime spelling it and explaining its origins. I’ve always known that Fernelius is a Swedish name, but it wasn’t until I became a genealogist that I realized just how unusual it is. As most genealogists know, …
American Given Names by George R. Steward
October 20, 2023 Like most genealogists, I’ve often used surnames to learn more about my ancestors. Until recently, I’d never thought about using these names to advance my genealogical searches. My viewpoint changed when I ran across the book American Given Names by George R. Stewart. The book was published in 1979, but it …