Irish Genealogy, Ancestry, & Family History Resources

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Irish ranks in the top three ancestries in 31 US states

Can you guess in which US states ranked Irish as the main ancestry of their population?

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Guess which famous Irish singer is related to Kate Middleton

Family researchers uncovered a link between Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton and Irish-British singer.

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Paul McCartney's Irish roots

Paul McCartney, the Beatles star who went on to write "Give Ireland Back to the Irish," has strong Irish roots.

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The fascinating history of Ché Guevara’s Irish ancestry

A genealogist explores how Ché Guevara, a major figure of the Cuban Revolution, held Irish roots in County Galway.

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Éireann’s exiles - reconciling generations of secrets and separations

Going on a genealogical quest in County Meath, from the Great Hunger to Maureen O'Hara, "The Big House" and scandals.

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Nirvana’s Kurt Cobain was so proud of his Irish roots

"When we toured Ireland, we played in Cork and the entire day I walked around in a daze. I'd never felt more spiritual in my life".

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This map takes the guesswork out of your Irish genealogy research

If you have a common last name finding what county your ancestors are from is crucial.

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The most famous people in the world with Irish roots

So many famous faces have Irish heritage and here are some that may surprise you.

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What baby names were most popular in Ireland a century ago?

Have popular Irish baby names changed over the years?

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JFK's strong Irish roots hail from in Limerick, Fermanagh, Cork and Clare

John F. Kennedy has roots from all over Ireland, not just Wexford, as was thought back in the '60s.

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Ten signs you have Irish ancestors

So, you’re sure your ancestors came from the Emerald Isle?

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Plan a heritage tour of your ancestors' hometown with Legacy Tree Genealogists

A Custom Heritage Travel Plan with locations of your ancestors’ homes, churches, and other life events, will help create an incredible and unique journey back to Ireland.

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Singing in the Rain" star, Gene Kelly was hugely proud of his Irish roots

"He was very proud of being Irish...he really felt his Irish roots were at the core of his being."

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Marilyn Monroe's ancestral clan has Irish link, DNA project confirms

Marilyn Monroe's ancestral Clan Munro has been found to have a direct link to Ireland.

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5,000 year old DNA reveals the surprising origins of the Irish

Research published in 2015 delivered proof of Irish people's ancient connections to the Middle East and Russia.

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Genealogists share tips on how to pinpoint where your ancestors lived in Ireland

Kate and Mike Lancor of Old Friends Genealogy, based in New Hampshire, share some tips for researching your Irish ancestors.

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Are you Irish? These are the best ways to begin researching your Irish roots

Always thought you had Irish heritage but weren’t 100% certain? Here are some of the best ways to begin your Irish family research.

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Top 12 things you don’t know about Irish names

From spellings to origins, some top facts about Irish names.

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Family Heritage Month - When Barack Obama’s Irish ancestor from County Offaly was discovered

Fulmoth Kearney, Barack Obama’s Irish ancestor from Moneygall, Co Offaly, was identified and memorialized more than 130 years after his death.

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Heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury's Irish roots

The two-time world heavyweight champion, the self-proclaimed "Gypsy King", has close ties with Galway.

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Family Heritage Month - Professor discovers the long-hidden dark secrets of her Irish family

Princeton Professor unearths the sad “half-life” her family was condemned to due to the “wicked ideals of morality, propriety, and respectability.”

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Ancient Irish spells and charms to celebrate Halloween

Ancient Irish spells, charms, potions for love, wealth, and prosperity!

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Family Heritage Month - DNA test reveals truth for one man after Irish nuns lied

Maine man Kevin Battle traced his mother using a DNA test but was lied to by Irish Catholic Nuns about his past.

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Some myths of the "Celts" exposed by the science of DNA

Milesians not Irish founder - We have been taught for a few generations that the Irish descend from the Celts.

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Guess the only state in the US where an Irish last name ranks in the top 3

Smith, Johnson, and Anderson are among the top surnames in almost every US state.

Genealogy

Irish ranks in the top three ancestries in 31 US states

Guess which famous Irish singer is related to Kate Middleton

Paul McCartney's Irish roots

The fascinating history of Ché Guevara’s Irish ancestry

Éireann’s exiles - reconciling generations of secrets and separations

Nirvana’s Kurt Cobain was so proud of his Irish roots

This map takes the guesswork out of your Irish genealogy research

The most famous people in the world with Irish roots

What baby names were most popular in Ireland a century ago?

JFK's strong Irish roots hail from in Limerick, Fermanagh, Cork and Clare

Ten signs you have Irish ancestors

Plan a heritage tour of your ancestors' hometown with Legacy Tree Genealogists

Singing in the Rain" star, Gene Kelly was hugely proud of his Irish roots

Marilyn Monroe's ancestral clan has Irish link, DNA project confirms

5,000 year old DNA reveals the surprising origins of the Irish

Genealogists share tips on how to pinpoint where your ancestors lived in Ireland

Are you Irish? These are the best ways to begin researching your Irish roots

Top 12 things you don’t know about Irish names

Family Heritage Month - When Barack Obama’s Irish ancestor from County Offaly was discovered

Heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury's Irish roots

Family Heritage Month - Professor discovers the long-hidden dark secrets of her Irish family

Ancient Irish spells and charms to celebrate Halloween

Family Heritage Month - DNA test reveals truth for one man after Irish nuns lied

Some myths of the "Celts" exposed by the science of DNA

Guess the only state in the US where an Irish last name ranks in the top 3

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Biden signs proclamation lifting United States Covid travel ban

Message in a bottle from Ireland reaches Russia after 40 years

Guess which famous Irish singer is related to Kate Middleton

COVID live updates: 2,864 new cases and 4 deaths on the island of Ireland

Donegal named coolest place in the world by National Geographic

Ancient Irish myths that invoke the spirit of Samhain

On this day: Irish American Titanic hero 'Unsinkable' Molly Brown dies in 1932

Original Irish Jack-o-Lanterns made of turnips were truly terrifying

Guess which famous Irish singer is related to Kate Middleton

What baby names were most popular in Ireland a century ago?

Irish theater is back - Kevin Barry's Autumn Royal comes to the NYC stage

Reach your international career goals - Study in Ireland Postgraduate Fair

Original Irish Jack-o-Lanterns made of turnips were truly terrifying

Ancient Irish myths that invoke the spirit of Samhain

Top ten caravan and camping sites for your Irish vacation

Biden signs proclamation lifting United States Covid travel ban

Donegal named coolest place in the world by National Geographic

Top ten caravan and camping sites for your Irish vacation

Where was the movie "The Quiet Man" filmed?

Four years a Paddy: my take on living in Ireland as an American

Start to feel festive with this Christmas Gift Guide from Carrolls Irish Gifts

What you're missing out on in Ireland of the Welcomes magazine

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