Joanne -- Using the same names as "the other Hunter family" may not be as "odd" as you'd think -- it might actually be a good clue, as it might indicate a relationship between the two families. 'Course, then as now, there's always "popular" names, but I can't tell you how many "same names" I've come across in my family lines. Stay well -- Terri

Terri - you're right, of course. In this case, however, I don't think there could be a link because I know the background of Thomas Hunter very well. But you're right to caution us - genealogy can be VERY complicated! (I guess that's what makes it such fun.) Joanne