The M'Ken Genealogy and Family Tree Page

The M'Ken Family Tree

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

Best Tree Collections for Discovering M'Ken Ancestors

M'Ken Genealogy

Many things can go wrong when a record collection is indexed. If you're having diffculty finding M'Ken ancestors in a particular database at one site, try finding it on another and compare the results. If you want to know What are the best records before birth and death registration was required to locate M'Ken ancestors?, then read this frequently asked question.

Top Five Genealogy Databases to Search for M'Ken

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

Death Records

Military Records

Origins of the M'Ken Surname

There are no clear, concise answers to why or how one of your M'Ken 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.

M'Ken DNA Projects

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

M'Ken Family History

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

Photo Collections

Networking with M'Ken 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 M'Ken queries.

M'Ken Achievements & Celebrities

Web Sites & Blogs with M'Ken Research

If you are having difficulty locating records for the last name of M'Ken, 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 M'Ken Family Reunions

Whenever possible, consider holding the family reunion in place where you have a strong M'Ken 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 M'Ken reunion.

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