Finding the England Place of Origin

Option A: Census Records, 1841-1911

Census Records 1841 - 1911
If your ancestor lived in England between 1841 and 1911 use The England and Wales Censuses. The records may have the county where your ancestor was born.

Website	Dates	Description
www.familysearch.org	Census Years 1841-1911	Complete Index and Images.
www.ancestry.com	Census Years 1841-1911	Complete Index and Images ($)

Option B: Census Records, 1841-1911

Surname search
Some surnames are more common in certain areas. Checking a surname distribution map may locate the likely region or area your ancestor is from.

• Great Britain Family Name Profiling

After the county is located:

• Go to England Guided Research to find the vital records of your ancestor.

This website requires a paid subscription for full access. Some subscription websites are available for free at your local FamilySearch Center or Affiliate Library.