A new and innovative method to unlock the potential in our ancestors’ first names. In this talk, Dai illustrates how we can turn a traditional British naming system into an effective tool to help break down our brick walls. Prepare for a voyage through a sea of Thomas’, Annes, Davids, and Marys, to see how finding just one ancestor with a less-common first name can push your family line back generations!

“It was a very refreshing, new way of approaching research—focus on first names. Dai’s examples were helpful and visual aids were well chosen and helpful.”

“Totally new way to look at breaking through a brick wall with research. How to approach this using a real example step by step.”

Past Showings

Sussex Family History Group

Devon Family History Society

Society of Genealogists