ancestry

  • Migration from the UK to America


    Migration from the UK to America ย  It’s fascinating to delve into family history and trace the voyages of our ancestors, and migration form the UK to America is often something we are asked about. This exploration can reveal incredible stories about our lineage and heritage. In this blog post, we’re going to follow the…

  • The mysteries behind coats of arms and family crests


    Embark on an enlightening journey into the captivating world of heraldry, as we unravel the mysteries behind coats of arms and family crests. ย  These emblematic representations have been around since the 1100s. They serve as unique identifiers on the battlefield, and as symbols of family lineage and honour. In this article, we delve into…

  • Irish ancestry and surnames


    Irish Ancestry and surnames ย  Tracing Irish ancestry can be a challenging and rewarding process. And here at Hall of Names people often tell us stories about how they are tracing their Irish roots! We love to help with our Irish surname history scrolls. If you are hoping to start your journey of discovery into…

  • Gifts for the person who has everything!


    Do you struggle to get a gift for the person who has everything? ย  Do you have that person in your friend or family group who is hard to buy for? You know the one! Everything you think of, they’ve already got it! They are that ‘person who has everything’ and can be notoriously hard…

  • Surnames on the Titanic – Part 1


    ย  Of all the surnames on the Titanic, our customers are often amazed to discover that their own name featured on the ill-fated ship. Our recent Facebook post highlighted some amazing family stories from our own customers, who had ancestors on the Titanic. We are thrilled to share them here with you. ย  How we…

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