This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: RogAlexander Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.alexander/6219.1.1.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: YDNA is passed only from male to male, so yes it has to be a direct male heir to Jesse. I am not sure what else to suggest. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.