Five Generation DNA Family Tree
This is my Five Generation DNA tree with my actual information. I used the most common use of the individuals name when I first built my tree. Try to document as much information as possible when creating the tree in your notes. If you decide to add your family tree to an online service, such as Ancestry, entering as much information as possible helps the system help create hints for you in building your tree.
Real World Hint
When I searched for her using just “Dollie Northrop,” I didn’t find many hints or records. But when I used her legal name, Belva Northrop, I found many more!
This shows how important it is to learn both your ancestor’s legal name and any nicknames they used.
I also found that including exact birth and death dates helped me get better results. In my family tree, I list her as:
Belva Northrop, 1893–1958
But her full details are:
- Born: 19 March 1893 in West Union, Fayette County, Iowa
- Died: 16 September 1958 in Anaheim, Orange County, California
The more precise your information, the easier it will be to find accurate records and hints.
Additional Tips
- Try searching with different name combinations—like Belva, Dollie, or even initials.
- Check old family documents, birth certificates, or obituaries to find your ancestor’s full legal name.
- Many websites use exact matches, so small changes in spelling or name order can make a big difference.
Download this template Five Generation Worksheet
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