The Hu Genealogy and Family Tree Page

The Hu Family Tree

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

Best Tree Collections for Discovering Hu Ancestors

Hu 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 Hu 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 Hu research.

Top Five Genealogy Databases to Search for Hu

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

Death Records

Military Records

Origins of the Hu 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 Hu surname. Keep in mind that it was not unusual for a last name to be altered as an ancestor entered a new country.

Hu DNA Projects

DNA testing for genealogy continues to improve. If you had some of your Hu 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 Hu research, read "Utilizing DNA in Family History Research".

Hu Family History

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

Photo Collections

Networking with Hu Researchers

When digging deeper into your ancestor's occupation, a great way to connect with others of a similar interest -- many who might have detailed information, is by posting a message board query giving clear information as to your ancestor's name and the specific occupation or organization, in time and place. The article "Are Your Queries Getting Results?" provides some valuable tips for posting successful Hu queries.

Hu Achievements & Celebrities

Did you know that Hu was the 5956th most popular surname in the 1990 census of the United States?

Web Sites & Blogs with Hu Research

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

Pedigree charts and family group records are important genealogical tools, so bringing or creating on site a big family pedigree (or family tree) is sure to draw attention; at the same time, have plenty of blank family group sheets available for individual families to complete and submit to go into a "Hu family record book," which you can then digitize and share -- you can then bring the physical book back to the next reunion, adding new families each time. The article "Family Reunions Don't Always Turn Out as one has Pictured" may provide you with tips for hosting a successful Hu reunion.

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