Welcome to the Enderson Family page at Surname Finder, a service of Genealogy Today. Our editors have compiled this checklist of genealogical resources, combining links to commercial databases along with user-contributed information and web sites for the Enderson surname. As additional sources for vital records, original documents, vintage photographs and surname-based DNA projects are discovered, this page is updated to offer the best list for researching Enderson ancestry. Share this page on Twitter!
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The Enderson Family Tree
It is important to remember that there is no single Enderson family tree, as last names were assigned to people for various reasons. We are often asked, How do you find out if two people named Enderson are related? and you might be surprised at the answer.
Best Tree Collections for Discovering Enderson Ancestors
Patronymics is the practice of naming children using the given name of the father, grandfather, or other male ancestor followed by a suffix. In the case of Enderson, it is possible that one of your English ancestors was given the patronym for being the "son of Ender." Please read "Patronymics and Other Naming Patterns" and "Patronymics: Help Not Hindrance," for further details.
Enderson Genealogy
Many things can go wrong when a record collection is indexed. If you're having diffculty finding Enderson ancestors in a particular database at one site, try finding it on another and compare the results. If you want to know What is the first census year to identify the informant in every Enderson household?, then read this frequently asked question.
Top Five Genealogy Databases to Search for Enderson
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.
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Death Records
Military Records
Origins of the Enderson Surname
There are no clear, concise answers to why or how one of your Enderson ancestors took on the surname. It may have been based on their occupation or a distinguising physical trait. Keep in mind that it was not unusual for a last name to be altered as an ancestor entered a new country.
Enderson DNA Projects
Don't believe the hype! When DNA testing was first made available for genealogical purposes, some companies boasted how it could solve all your Enderson family tree mysteries. DNA testing can be a useful tool, when applied properly to a given research issue. If you're not sure how DNA testing could aid your Enderson research, read "Utilizing DNA in Family History Research".
Enderson Family History
Every family has a different history, and every document you discover about your Enderson ancestors will help paint a picture that can be shared with your relatives. Our team of seasoned experts are here to help you learn about different aspects of genealogy. Reading "Using Social History To Fill In The Gaps In Family Histories" may help you think of some different tactics to compiling your Enderson family history.
Photo Collections
Networking with Enderson 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 "The Art of Posting Queries" provides some valuable tips for posting successful Enderson queries.
You may also want to consider posting a query to the Community Message Boards at Genealogy Today to get assistance from other researchers on your most elusive Enderson ancestors.
Enderson Achievements & Celebrities
Did you know that Enderson was the 30468th most popular surname in the 1990 census of the United States?
Web Sites & Blogs with Enderson Research
If you are having difficulty locating records for the last name of Enderson, 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
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Upcoming Enderson Family Reunions
Whenever possible, consider holding the family reunion in place where you have a strong Enderson 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 "A Great Way to Unite a Newly-Found Family" may provide you with tips for hosting a successful Enderson reunion.
See Also
Surname Finder, The Enderson Genealogy and Family Tree Page [on-line resource], New Providence, NJ, USA: Genealogy Today LLC, 2023.
