Alexander * Younger 1681–1727
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3 researchers on YourRoots have Alexander Younger in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 7 generations. If this ancestor is in your tree too, you can compare what you've found and fill in the gaps together.
Last updated: August 25, 2026 · Reliability: A — verified across 3 independent trees, with linked records
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Immediate Family
Biography
The story of Alexander Younger began in 1681 in Glasgow, Lanarkshire, Scotland. Alexander Younger married rebecca r mills, and had children including ann younger, elizabeth younger, george younger, james younger, jannetta younger, john younger, martha glover younger, mary younger, susannah younger, thomas younger. Alexander Younger passed away in 1727 in Edinburgh, Essex, Virginia, United States.
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1Record Family Data Collection - Individual Records
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2Baptism Records Scotland, Select Births and Baptisms, 1564-1950
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3Immigration U.S. and Canada, Passenger and Immigration Lists Index, 1500s-1900s
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4Marriage Records U.S. and International Marriage Records, 1560-1900
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5Probate/Wills Essex County Wills and Deeds
Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from Alexander Younger
This ancestor line traces from Dudhope Castle, Dundee, Angus, Scotland (1510) to Glasgow, Lanarkshire, Scotland (1681) across 7 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Alexander Younger (1681–1727) was born in Glasgow, Lanarkshire, Scotland and died in Edinburgh, Essex, Virginia, United States. 3 researchers on YourRoots have this ancestor in their family trees, each with their own records. This page combines what they've independently documented and assigns a Reliability Score (A) based on cross-tree validation.
- Right now, 3 researchers on YourRoots have Alexander in their trees. They're working independently, so connecting with them is a good way to cross-check your records and find things you might have missed. You can also explore the ancestor migration map that traces 7 generations of this lineage geographically.
- It varies by researcher — some have census records, others have marriage certificates, parish registers, or family Bible entries. Scroll up to see exactly what each person has cited.
- Use the "Compare Tree" button on any researcher's profile above. You can compare your tree side by side with theirs, see where your records overlap or differ, and collaborate to fill gaps.
Related Records
Alexander Younger's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record