The McAu Genealogy and Family Tree Page

The McAu Family Tree

It is important to remember that there is no single McAu family tree, as last names were assigned to people for various reasons. We are often asked, How can I distinguish my McAu ancestor from others of the same name? and you might be surprised at the answer.

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McAu 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 McAu 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 McAu research.

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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. There are currently matching McAu records at Ancestry.com! Start exploring this online McAu family history resource today.

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

McAu DNA Projects

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

McAu Family History

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

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Networking with McAu Researchers

One of the best ways to solve a genealogy problem is by enlisting the help of others through a message board query that is open to the public, allowing you to cast a wide net that can be accessed by anyone, around the world and around the clock --- at the same time, because it is a public forum, you will want to exercise caution in posting personal information or information about living persons. The article "Are Your Queries Getting Results?" provides some valuable tips for posting successful McAu queries.

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Web Sites & Blogs with McAu Research

If you are having difficulty locating records for the last name of McAu, 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."

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Upcoming McAu Family Reunions

Family reunions are an ideal time interview older relatives and other McAu family members; you may want to consider a roundtable where you can gather different groups together at different times such as siblings to discuss their parents and childhood memories, cousins, aunts and uncles to discuss the grandparent generation, etc. - the collective memory and stimulus of shared experience can yield considerable information. The article "Family Reunions Don't Always Turn Out as one has Pictured" may provide you with tips for hosting a successful McAu reunion.

See Also

McKau   McAw   McOu   McOw   McAi   McAy   Mc Au   Mc Au   McA   Au   M'Au   Cau