The Brook Genealogy and Family Tree Page

The Brook Family Tree

It is important to remember that there is no single Brook 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 Brook ancestor? and you might be surprised at the answer.

Best Tree Collections for Discovering Brook Ancestors

Brook Genealogy

Sometimes two people can look at the same handwritten record, and come up with different spellings of the name. Be creative when searching for your Brook ancestors -- we often search for misspellings intentionally to see if we missed any records. If you want to know Why can't I find Brook my ancestor in the SSDI?, then read this frequently asked question.

Top Five Genealogy Databases to Search for Brook

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 Brook records at Ancestry.com! Start exploring this online Brook family history resource today.

Death Records

Military Records

Origins of the Brook Surname

It is quite possible for two people with the Brook last name to have been given that surname for entirely different reasons. Discovering the country from which your Brook ancestors originated can often yield additional clues for the meaning of the surname. Keep in mind that it was not unusual for a last name to be altered as an ancestor entered a new country.

Brook DNA Projects

While DNA testing cannot conclusively tell you if two Brook ancestors were related, it can easily prove if they weren't. Be sure you understand what types of research issues each different DNA test can address before you spend any money. If you're not sure how DNA testing could aid your Brook research, read "DNA Research and Your Family's History".

Brook Family History

For most people, just about every aspect of their life has been influenced in some way by their ancestors. Look beyond the names and dates to understand how and why your Brook ancestors lived and strived to make a better life for their descendants. Our team of seasoned experts are here to help you learn about different aspects of genealogy. Reading "Finding The Family History" may help you think of some different tactics to compiling your Brook family history.

Photo Collections

Networking with Brook 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 "Looking for John Smith - Focusing a Query" provides some valuable tips for posting successful Brook queries.

Brook Achievements & Celebrities

Did you know that Brook was the 5133rd most popular surname in the 1990 census of the United States?

Web Sites & Blogs with Brook Research

If you are having difficulty locating records for the last name of Brook, 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

Upcoming Brook 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 Brook 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 "Family Reunions Don't Always Turn Out as one has Pictured" may provide you with tips for hosting a successful Brook reunion.

See Also

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