England Births and Christenings - FamilySearch Historical Records

England

What is in This Collection?
This index is an electronic index for the years 1538 to 1975. It does not index all records for this place, record type or time period. This collection may include information previously published in the International Genealogical Index.

What Can These Records Tell Me?
The records may include the following:
 * Name
 * Gender
 * Residence
 * Date and place of birth
 * Date and place of christening
 * Parents' names

Collection Content
Sample of indexed information:

How Do I Search This Collection?
Before searching this collection, it is helpful to know:
 * Name of the child
 * Approximate date of birth or christening

How Do I Analyze the Results?
Compare each result from your search with what you know to determine if there is a match. This may require viewing multiple records or images. Keep track of your research in a research log.

I Found the Person I Was Looking For, What Now?

 * Look at an image of the original record, if possible. The original may contain information that was not recorded in the index
 * There may be a list of pertinent historical records in the detail page. Check each one to see if it has other information
 * Use the information to find other records such as marriage, death, or census records
 * Collect entries for every person who has the same surname, unless the surname is a common surname. This list can help you identify possible relatives that can be verified by records

I Can’t Find the Person I’m Looking For, What Now?

 * Try viewing any original indexes to see if there were errors in the transcription of the name, age, residence, etc.
 * Remember that there may be more than one person in the records with the same name
 * Check for variations of given names and surnames. It was not uncommon for an individual to be listed under a nickname, middle name, or abbreviation of their given name
 * If you are searching in a period after 1836, check civil records

Research Helps
The following articles will help you in your research for your family in England.
 * England Guided Research
 * England Record Finder
 * Research Tips and Strategies

Citing This Collection
Citations help you keep track of places you have searched and sources you have found. Identifying your sources helps others find the records you used.