The Munk Genealogy and Family Tree Page

The Munk Family Tree

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

Best Tree Collections for Discovering Munk Ancestors

Munk 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 Munk 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 Munk research.

Top Five Genealogy Databases to Search for Munk

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

Death Records

Military Records

Origins of the Munk Surname

It is quite possible for two people with the Munk last name to have been given that surname for entirely different reasons. Discovering the country from which your Munk 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.

Munk DNA Projects

While DNA testing cannot conclusively tell you if two Munk 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 Munk research, read "Utilizing DNA in Family History Research".

Munk Family History

Every family has a different history, and every document you discover about your Munk 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 Munk family history on the Internet? is always useful.

Photo Collections

Networking with Munk 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 Munk queries.

Munk Achievements & Celebrities

Did you know that Munk was the 12763rd most popular surname in the 1990 census of the United States?

Web Sites & Blogs with Munk Research

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

Whenever possible, consider holding the family reunion in place where you have a strong Munk 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 "Reunions: Beyond Aunt Pat's Rhubarb Pie and Aunt Edna's Wet Kisses" may provide you with tips for hosting a successful Munk reunion.

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