The Moore Family Tree and Genealogy

I. The Moore Family Tree

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

II. Moore Genealogy

Many things can go wrong when a record collection is indexed. If you're having diffculty finding Moore ancestors in a particular database at one site, try finding it on another and compare the results. If you want to know When were Moore births first recorded in the United States?, then read this frequently asked question.

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

Death Records

Military Records

III. Origins of the Moore Surname

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

DNA testing for genealogy continues to improve. If you had some of your Moore 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 Moore research, read "When do you use DNA?".

V. Moore Family History

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

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VI. Networking with Moore Researchers

If you are doing genealogy research in a particular town or region distant from where you live, you may want to consider posting a message board query requesting a lookup; often local volunteers or residents are willing to lend a hand, but remember to be specific in your request and be respectful of others' time. The article "Looking for John Smith - Focusing a Query" provides some valuable tips for posting successful Moore queries.

VII. Moore Achievements & Celebrities

VIII. Web Sites & Blogs with Moore Research

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

Whenever possible, consider holding the family reunion in place where you have a strong Moore family history, which provides opportunities to share stories and visit cemeteries or old home sites; you may even want to consider as a one-day activity, having each family take on the task of gathering information from the local courthouse, school district, public library, etc. -- this, of course, requires advance planning and assignment, but could generate considerable interest and results. The article "Family Reunions Don't Always Turn Out as one has Pictured" may provide you with tips for hosting a successful Moore reunion.

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