Can anyone help me figure out if there is a relationship between these 2 families? Larkin b. 1794 m. Alley IRWIN/ERWIN has several children, of note: Jordan Ashley, Franklin,Mary and Martha (twins). My elusive ancestor, Rev. Jordan & Barbara ASHLEY (who is about 5 years younger than Larkin) named their children: Larkin Shepherd, Franklin, and Mary and Martha (twins). I have not found a connection between these 2 families, other than they were at the same place (Ashe Co) at the same time and one of Larkin's uncles married an ASHLEY (that I don't know is related to Jordan). Why did they name sons after each other? Are they related or maybe just good "buds"? There has to be something to this, but, what it is, I am at a loss. Can someone offer some connection? I did some searching today and the only thing I found was that both families were Baptist. I also understand it was not unusual for a couple to name their children after their preacher, but, then why did Jordan do the same? Any help is appreciated. Rita Rita Ashley Fishman Phoenix, Arizona ritafishman@worldnet.att.net