The McCurvey Family Tree and Genealogy

I. The McCurvey Family Tree

It is important to remember that there is no single McCurvey family tree, as last names were assigned to people for various reasons. We are often asked, How common it is for McCurvey siblings to have the same first name? and you might be surprised at the answer.

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II. McCurvey 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 McCurvey 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 McCurvey research.

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

Death Records

Military Records

III. Origins of the McCurvey Surname

While some countries have limited historical records for last name assignments, you are most likely to only find general guidance on the origin and meaning of the McCurvey surname. Keep in mind that it was not unusual for a last name to be altered as an ancestor entered a new country.

IV. McCurvey DNA Projects

DNA testing for genealogy continues to improve. If you had some of your McCurvey 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 McCurvey research, read "Using DNA to Find Your Surname".

V. McCurvey Family History

There is more to exploring your McCurvey 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 McCurvey ancestor? is always useful.

Photo Collections

VI. Networking with McCurvey Researchers

In doing genealogy research, we surely don't want to reinvent the wheel; in researching your McCurvey surname, posting a message query can help you connect with distant cousins and others who may be working on the same lines, some of whom may have advanced the research or solved some of the hard problems, but are willing to share. The article "Are Your Queries Getting Results?" provides some valuable tips for posting successful McCurvey queries.

VII. McCurvey Achievements & Celebrities

VIII. Web Sites & Blogs with McCurvey Research

If you are having difficulty locating records for the last name of McCurvey, 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 McCurvey Family Reunions

One key to a successful McCurvey reunion is preparation, and for the family researcher that means getting the word out in advance on what to bring (such as the family photo collection); arranging for the display of shared information; and planning activities conducive to sharing; and one of the best ways to get others to participate is in bringing something of your own to share such a picture pedigree, compiled family history or biographical sketch, or even a copies of a treasured photo as a gift for each family -- you may even want to consider putting together a reunion newsletter in advance to be distributed at the reunion, asking for help in solving one or more specific family mysteries: you never know who might have insight they are willing to share, one-on-one. The article "Reunions: Beyond Aunt Pat's Rhubarb Pie and Aunt Edna's Wet Kisses" may provide you with tips for hosting a successful McCurvey reunion.

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