Genealogy

Here you will find a collection of Irish genealogy resources that will help you trace your Irish ancestry and family history.

Genealogy

The Famine roots of Tom Brady, possibly the greatest ever American athlete

Genealogy

The Famine roots of Tom Brady, possibly the greatest ever American athlete

We look at Tom Brady's Irish roots and dark ancestral times in the wake of his stunning victory over the Green Bay Packers in the NFC Championship Game on Sunday.

Genealogy

DNA test shocker for Tennessee woman who always believed she was Irish

Genealogy

DNA test shocker for Tennessee woman who always believed she was Irish

Cat McDonald's DNA test helped uncover a family scandal.

Genealogy

Is Biden an Irish name?

Genealogy

Is Biden an Irish name?

It appears that the surname Biden has no origins in Ireland, despite Joe Biden's proud Irish roots.

Genealogy

Are you of Irish descent? Now is the time to get your Irish Citizenship

Genealogy

Are you of Irish descent? Now is the time to get your Irish Citizenship

As Irish immigration to the US slowly decreases, it is important to secure your Irish Citizenship in order to preserve the right for future generations.

Genealogy

Five essential record sets for discovering your Irish heritage

Genealogy

Five essential record sets for discovering your Irish heritage

Findmypast's Irish records are wonderful took to help you uncover your family's past.

Roots

Celebrate your Irish loved ones with Irish Heritage Tree's multiple certificates

Roots

Celebrate your Irish loved ones with Irish Heritage Tree's multiple certificates

Irish Heritage Tree now offers multiple certificates so you can share your dedication with your Irish loved ones near and far.

Genealogy

Exploring Elvis Presley’s Irish roots on his birthday

Genealogy

Exploring Elvis Presley’s Irish roots on his birthday

One historic legal document shows that Elvis Presley's Irish ancestors left Leinster for a new life in America around 1775.

Paul McCartney's Irish roots

Paul McCartney's Irish roots

Beatles star and the singer-songwriter who penned "Give Ireland Back to the Irish" has strong Irish roots and his people tread a well-worn path as working-class Irish Liverpudlians.

Genealogy

Genetic mapping reveals ancestry between Ireland and Scotland

Genealogy

Genetic mapping reveals ancestry between Ireland and Scotland

Ireland and Scotland's common ancestry has been revealed in the findings of a recent genetic mapping project that spans Great Britain and Ireland.

History

How to trace your roots in Ireland - tips on finding your Irish ancestors

History

How to trace your roots in Ireland - tips on finding your Irish ancestors

Setting out to discover your Irish ancestry? Here's how to trace your Irish roots in Ireland.

One phone call and Ireland's oral tradition led this Wyoming man to find his Irish roots

Other Writers

One phone call and Ireland's oral tradition led this Wyoming man to find his Irish roots

An incredible tale of perseverance and local knowledge that led to a wonderful friendship and deep connection.

Genealogy

It's never been easier to explore your family’s Irish roots and history

Genealogy

It's never been easier to explore your family’s Irish roots and history

MyHeritage's Complete Plan provides you full access to MyHeritage and it's 12.6 billion records, 61 million users, and 51 million family trees.

This Christmas as you decorate your tree consider planting your Irish roots in Ireland

This Christmas as you decorate your tree consider planting your Irish roots in Ireland

Across the globe Irish are decorating their Christmas trees for the holidays, why not celebrate your connection to Ireland with Irish Heritage Trees.

The stories of African Irish in Mother and Baby Homes

The stories of African Irish in Mother and Baby Homes

"We're telling our stories in the hope that the state will learn from this."

Be like Liam Neeson! Plant your family heritage tree in Ireland

Be like Liam Neeson! Plant your family heritage tree in Ireland

Acting legend Liam Neeson is first to plant a grove of trees to honor his departed family with IrishHeritageTree.com.

Irish ancestors of Kennedy, Reagan, Obama and Biden emigrated within 10 years of each other

Irish ancestors of Kennedy, Reagan, Obama and Biden emigrated within 10 years of each other

There have been five presidents with Irish heritage since 1960.

Collect your Irish family history around the Thanksgiving dinner table

Collect your Irish family history around the Thanksgiving dinner table

Surrounded by your loved ones on Thanksgiving this year seize the opportunity to mind your family’s memories and pick up and record some genealogy gold – family lore.

Online database of Irish family names explains Ireland's surnames and their origins

Online database of Irish family names explains Ireland's surnames and their origins

Ever wondered where your Irish surname came from?

Surname study uncovers roots of Irish surnames

Surname study uncovers roots of Irish surnames

Study launched in 2016 delved into the history of Irish surnames looking back as far as the 11th century.

WATCH: Trinity's 1641 Depositions are a game-changer for Irish genealogy hunters

WATCH: Trinity's 1641 Depositions are a game-changer for Irish genealogy hunters

Celebrating ten years, the 1641 Depositions Project, provides a unique window into everyday life in 17th-century Ireland.

Embracing your Irish heritage - how to get started finding your Irish roots

Embracing your Irish heritage - how to get started finding your Irish roots

MyHeritage helps you build your family tree while providing access to billions of records to help you connect with your Irish roots.

Hollywood star Olivia Wilde’s Irish roots

Hollywood star Olivia Wilde’s Irish roots

Olivia Wilde spent her childhood summers in County Waterford.

IrishCentral readers’ favorite Irish names for boys or girls

IrishCentral readers’ favorite Irish names for boys or girls

A fantastic mix of Irish names that are perfect for both boys and girls!

IrishCentral readers’ favorite Irish names for boys

IrishCentral readers’ favorite Irish names for boys

A stunning mix of Irish names for boys, chosen by you, our readers!

250k Irish names online on new database

250k Irish names online on new database

Tracing the records of your Irish ancestors just got a whole lot easier!

Show more

Most Shared
Most Recent

HOME
NEWS
- All News
- Northern Ireland
- Politics
- Opinion
- Community
- Irish Voice
- Health
- Crime
- US Politics
- Irish Politics
- Business
- Immigration
ROOTS
CULTURE
- All Culture
- Craic
- Entertainment
- Food & Drink
- Education
- Music
- Events
- Music
- TV
- Books
- Movies
- Irish language
TRAVEL
SHOP
IrishCentral Box
Irish Heritage Tree
Subscribe