Welcome to the Dumont Family page at Surname Finder, a service of Genealogy Today. Our editors have compiled this checklist of genealogical resources, combining links to commercial databases along with user-contributed information and web sites for the Dumont surname. As additional sources for vital records, original documents, vintage photographs and surname-based DNA projects are discovered, this page is updated to offer the best list for researching Dumont ancestry. Share this page on Twitter!
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The Dumont Family Tree
It is important to remember that there is no single Dumont family tree, as last names were assigned to people for various reasons. We are often asked, How do I begin my Dumont family tree? and you might be surprised at the answer.
Best Tree Collections for Discovering Dumont Ancestors
Dumont 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 Dumont ancestors -- we often search for misspellings intentionally to see if we missed any records. Genealogy is more than just searching through databases. Articles like "Digital Books and Microfilm" can help accelerate your Dumont research.
Top Five Genealogy Databases to Search for Dumont
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.
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Death Records
Military Records
Origins of the Dumont Surname
It is quite possible for two people with the Dumont last name to have been given that surname for entirely different reasons. Discovering the country from which your Dumont ancestors originated can often yield additional clues for the meaning of the surname. Were you aware that Dumont is a common French surname? The article "Finding French - cherchez la famille" may be helpful for your research. Keep in mind that it was not unusual for a last name to be altered as an ancestor entered a new country.
Dumont DNA Projects
While DNA testing cannot conclusively tell you if two Dumont 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 Dumont research, read "DNA Research and Your Family's History".
Dumont 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 Dumont 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 "The Role Of History In Genealogical Research" may help you think of some different tactics to compiling your Dumont family history.
Photo Collections
Networking with Dumont Researchers
When it comes families and genealogy research, it's important to remember that different people may have different information: some may even have inherited one-of-a-kind family documents or photos, and the best way to connect with these family members is by posting a message board query -- often in the process of collaboration, you can build a more complete picture of your ancestor or ancestral family. The article "Looking for John Smith - Focusing a Query" provides some valuable tips for posting successful Dumont queries.
You may also want to consider posting a query to the Community Message Boards at Genealogy Today to get assistance from other researchers on your most elusive Dumont ancestors.
Dumont Achievements & Celebrities
Did you know that Dumont was the 4695th most popular surname in the 1990 census of the United States?
Web Sites & Blogs with Dumont Research
If you are having difficulty locating records for the last name of Dumont, 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
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Upcoming Dumont Family Reunions
Pedigree charts and family group records are important genealogical tools, so bringing or creating on site a big family pedigree (or family tree) is sure to draw attention; at the same time, have plenty of blank family group sheets available for individual families to complete and submit to go into a "Dumont family record book," which you can then digitize and share -- you can then bring the physical book back to the next reunion, adding new families each time. The article "Planning Details For A Family Reunion" may provide you with tips for hosting a successful Dumont reunion.
See Also
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Surname Finder, The Dumont Genealogy and Family Tree Page [on-line resource], New Providence, NJ, USA: Genealogy Today LLC, 2019.
