The Hunt Family Tree and Genealogy

I. The Hunt Family Tree

Everyone has different reasons for building a family tree; your personal motiviation will influence whether the Hunt family tree has more depth or breadth. Have you struck a Hunt brick wall? Read "Caring for your Ancestors" for some helpful advice.

II. Hunt 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 Hunt 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 Hunt research.

Census records are among the most useful records available for family tree building. There are currently matching Hunt records at Ancestry.com! Start exploring this online Hunt family history resource today.

Death Records

Military Records

III. Origins of the Hunt Surname

It is quite possible for two people with the Hunt last name to have been given that surname for entirely different reasons. Discovering the country from which your Hunt ancestors originated can often yield additional clues for the meaning of the surname. Were you aware that Hunt is a common Quaker surname? The article "Tracing Quaker Ancestors" 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.

IV. Hunt DNA Projects

DNA testing for genealogy continues to improve. If you had some of your Hunt relatives tested several years ago, it may be worthwhile to have them retested. Likewise, as DNA testing companies have gathered more results and samples, you may be able to find more matches if you search again with your test results. If you're not sure how DNA testing could aid your Hunt research, read "Basics of DNA Family History Research".

V. Hunt Family History

Every family has a different history, and every document you discover about your Hunt ancestors will help paint a picture that can be shared with your relatives. Whether you are a beginner or expert genealogists, knowing How do I find my Hunt family history on the Internet? is always useful.

Photo Collections

VI. Networking with Hunt Researchers

When digging deeper into your ancestor's occupation, a great way to connect with others of a similar interest -- many who might have detailed information, is by posting a message board query giving clear information as to your ancestor's name and the specific occupation or organization, in time and place. The article "Looking for John Smith - Focusing a Query" provides some valuable tips for posting successful Hunt queries.

VII. Hunt Achievements & Celebrities

VIII. Web Sites & Blogs with Hunt Research

If you are having difficulty locating records for the last name of Hunt, 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 Hunt 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 "Hunt 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 "Reunions: Beyond Aunt Pat's Rhubarb Pie and Aunt Edna's Wet Kisses" may provide you with tips for hosting a successful Hunt reunion.

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