The Reninan Genealogy and Family Tree Page

The Reninan Family Tree

It is quite possible that someone else has already performed work on a Reninan family tree, so be sure to examine some of the sources listed below carefully. Have you struck a Reninan brick wall? Read "Searching For A Needle In An Ancestral Haystack" for some helpful advice.

Best Tree Collections for Discovering Reninan Ancestors

Reninan Genealogy

Keep an open mind when searching through Reninan records. Years ago many people were unable to read and write, thus a given ancestor's name could be spelled in a variety of ways depending on who recorded it. If you want to know How can I locate old newspapers for Reninan research?, then read this frequently asked question.

Top Five Genealogy Databases to Search for Reninan

Historical newspapers give us the ability to discover ancestral history through eyewitness accounts. There are currently matching Reninan records at Ancestry.com! Start exploring this online Reninan family history resource today.

Death Records

Military Records

Origins of the Reninan Surname

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

Reninan DNA Projects

While DNA testing cannot conclusively tell you if two Reninan 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 Reninan research, read "DNA Research and Your Family's History".

Reninan 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 Reninan 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 Reninan family history.

Photo Collections

Networking with Reninan Researchers

When you've come up against a brick wall in your genealogy research, posting a message board query can help; one of the biggest benefits is that message board queries are accessed through search engines, which means even someone not specifically engaged in genealogy but interested in your subject may find your query and bring valuable new information to the table -- it happens! The article "Looking for John Smith - Focusing a Query" provides some valuable tips for posting successful Reninan queries.

Reninan Achievements & Celebrities

Web Sites & Blogs with Reninan Research

If you are having difficulty locating records for the last name of Reninan, 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
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RootsWeb search of Social Security Death Index

Upcoming Reninan Family Reunions

Notifying everyone in advance to bring old photos and documents can bring big rewards, making a special place at the reunion (maybe even a special Reninan booth) where people can come at their leisure to sit, look and chat; in addition to information and clues that might be written on the back of a photo, every photograph has a story and serves as an excellent stimulus to recall -- people might comment not only on the people in the photo, but also on what's in the background, or they might have information around where the photo was taken or the event -- just be sure to have someone there to capture new information. The article "Reunions: Beyond Aunt Pat's Rhubarb Pie and Aunt Edna's Wet Kisses" may provide you with tips for hosting a successful Reninan reunion.