NAMING PATTERNS The lst son was usually named after the father's father. The 2nd son was usually named after the mother's father. The 3rd son was usually named after the father. The 4th son was usually named after the father's eldest brother. The 5th son was usually named after the mother's eldest brother. The lst daughter was usually named after the mother's mother. The 2nd daughter was usually named after the father's mother. The 3rd daughter was usually named after the mother. The 4th daughter was usually named after the mother's eldest sister. The 5th daughter was usually named after the father's eldest sister. (From Antique Week) - ---------------------------------------------------------------------- This pattern was not always followed exactly, but most would usually keep the pattern for the lst 3 children. If there was a name that was found in every generation, then somewhere in their children, you will surely find these names. If one is stuck on finding parents for an ancestor, try this pattern to give a suggestion as to a name to search for. Hope you enjoyed this! Nancee at iggy29@scican.net