The Kerna Genealogy and Family Tree Page

The Kerna Family Tree

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

Best Tree Collections for Discovering Kerna Ancestors

Kerna Genealogy

Keep an open mind when searching through Kerna 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 Kerna research?, then read this frequently asked question.

Top Five Genealogy Databases to Search for Kerna

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

Death Records

Military Records

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

Kerna DNA Projects

While DNA testing cannot conclusively tell you if two Kerna 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 Kerna research, read "Basics of DNA Family History Research".

Kerna Family History

There is more to exploring your Kerna 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 How can I decipher the handwriting in old Kerna documents? is always useful.

Photo Collections

Networking with Kerna Researchers

In doing genealogy research, we surely don't want to reinvent the wheel; in researching your Kerna surname, posting a message query can help you connect with distant cousins and others who may be working on the same lines, some of whom may have advanced the research or solved some of the hard problems, but are willing to share. The article "Are Your Queries Getting Results?" provides some valuable tips for posting successful Kerna queries.

Kerna Achievements & Celebrities

Web Sites & Blogs with Kerna Research

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

One key to a successful Kerna reunion is preparation, and for the family researcher that means getting the word out in advance on what to bring (such as the family photo collection); arranging for the display of shared information; and planning activities conducive to sharing; and one of the best ways to get others to participate is in bringing something of your own to share such a picture pedigree, compiled family history or biographical sketch, or even a copies of a treasured photo as a gift for each family -- you may even want to consider putting together a reunion newsletter in advance to be distributed at the reunion, asking for help in solving one or more specific family mysteries: you never know who might have insight they are willing to share, one-on-one. The article "Reunions: Beyond Aunt Pat's Rhubarb Pie and Aunt Edna's Wet Kisses" may provide you with tips for hosting a successful Kerna reunion.

See Also

Cerna   Kerma   Kema   Keirna   Kerno   Kerni   Kern   MacKerna   McKerna   Erna