The Blaye Family Tree and Genealogy

I. The Blaye Family Tree

It is important to remember that there is no single Blaye family tree, as last names were assigned to people for various reasons. We are often asked, How can I find the second married name of a female Blaye ancestor? and you might be surprised at the answer.

II. Blaye Genealogy

Many things can go wrong when a record collection is indexed. If you're having diffculty finding Blaye ancestors in a particular database at one site, try finding it on another and compare the results. If you want to know What information is given in U.S. Federal Census Mortality Schedules about Blaye citizens from the past?, then read this frequently asked question.

Vital records are essential for family history research because they were typically created at or near the time of the event, making the record more reliable. There are currently matching Blaye records at Ancestry.com! Start exploring this online Blaye family history resource today.

Death Records

Military Records

III. Origins of the Blaye Surname

There are no clear, concise answers to why or how one of your Blaye ancestors took on the surname. It may have been based on their occupation or a distinguising physical trait. Keep in mind that it was not unusual for a last name to be altered as an ancestor entered a new country.

IV. Blaye DNA Projects

Don't believe the hype! When DNA testing was first made available for genealogical purposes, some companies boasted how it could solve all your Blaye family tree mysteries. DNA testing can be a useful tool, when applied properly to a given research issue. If you are seeking an answer to the question, How do I know which DNA test is right for Blaye research?, then this FAQ may help.

V. Blaye Family History

There is more to exploring your Blaye ancestry than just gathering a bunch of names and dates. Understanding where your ancestors lived, how they were employed, and what they did for fun, may give you a better appreciation of your heritage. Whether you are a beginner or expert genealogists, knowing Where can I find a biography of my Blaye ancestor? is always useful.

Photo Collections

VI. Networking with Blaye Researchers

When you've come up against a brick wall in your genealogy research, posting a message board query can help; one of the biggest benefits is that message board queries are accessed through search engines, which means even someone not specifically engaged in genealogy but interested in your subject may find your query and bring valuable new information to the table -- it happens! The article "The Art of Posting Queries" provides some valuable tips for posting successful Blaye queries.

VII. Blaye Achievements & Celebrities

VIII. Web Sites & Blogs with Blaye Research

If you are having difficulty locating records for the last name of Blaye, contact the folks at ProGenealogists for a free research estimate. You may also find it helpful to read, "When, Why and How to Hire a Professional Genealogist."

RootsWeb search of US Naturalization Records
RootsWeb search of Obituary Daily Times
RootsWeb search of Social Security Death Index

IX. Upcoming Blaye Family Reunions

Notifying everyone in advance to bring old photos and documents can bring big rewards, making a special place at the reunion (maybe even a special Blaye booth) where people can come at their leisure to sit, look and chat; in addition to information and clues that might be written on the back of a photo, every photograph has a story and serves as an excellent stimulus to recall -- people might comment not only on the people in the photo, but also on what's in the background, or they might have information around where the photo was taken or the event -- just be sure to have someone there to capture new information. The article "A Great Way to Unite a Newly-Found Family" may provide you with tips for hosting a successful Blaye reunion.

Source:
Surname Finder, Blaye Surname Checklist [on-line resource], New Providence, NJ, USA: Genealogy Today LLC, 1998-2013.