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=Ireland Roman Catholic Birth Guided Research=

This page will give you additional guidance and resources to find Roman Catholic birth information for your ancestor. Use this page after first completing the birth section of the Ireland Birth Roman Catholic Guided Research page.

Historically, the majority of the Irish population was Roman Catholic. Although the earliest record is from 1671, most parishes began keeping records starting in the early 19th century. After 1864, look for births in Irish civil registration.

Additional Databases and Online Resources

 * 1620-1911:  Ireland, Select Births and Baptisms, 1620-1911  at Ancestry ($)
 * 1655-1915:  Ireland, Catholic Parish Registers, 1655-1915  at Ancestry ($)
 * 1742-1881:  Ireland, Selections of Catholic Parish Baptisms, 1742-1881  at Ancestry ($)
 * 1763-1917:  Ireland, Select Catholic Birth and Baptism Registers, 1763-1917  at Ancestry ($)

Historically, the majority of the Irish population was Roman Catholic. There has been little record loss. Although the earliest record is from 1671, most parishes began keeping records starting in the early 19th century.