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Alexander * Younger 1681–1727

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Why this is a Public Tree Person

Full name consistent across 3 independent trees
Birth year and location consistent across 3 trees
Death year and location consistent across 3 trees

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A Reliability
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Reliability Score: A
Strong — based on the source tree
Grade scale
  • A 3 criteria (Strong)
  • B 2 criteria (Medium)
  • C 1 criteria (Basic)
Verification checklist
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  • Descendant's record available
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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

Born 2 May 1681 · Glasgow, Lanarkshire, Scotland
Died 18 Jul 1727 · Edinburgh, Essex, Virginia, United States
Father Thomas Younger
Mother Anna Smith
Spouse Rebecca R Mills
Children Ann Younger, Elizabeth Younger, George Younger, James Younger, Jannetta Younger, John Younger, Martha Glover Younger, Mary Younger, Susannah Younger, Thomas Younger
Siblings Agnes Younger, Andrew Younger, George Younger, Humphrey Younger, Janet Younger, Jean Younger, Mary Younger

Researchers connected through Alexander Younger 1681–1727

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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.

Sources

  1. 1
    Record Family Data Collection - Individual Records

  2. 2
    Baptism Records Scotland, Select Births and Baptisms, 1564-1950

  3. 3
    Immigration U.S. and Canada, Passenger and Immigration Lists Index, 1500s-1900s

  4. 4
    Marriage Records U.S. and International Marriage Records, 1560-1900

  5. 5
    Probate/Wills Essex County Wills and Deeds

Life Timeline

1681
Birth of Alexander Younger in Glasgow, Lanarkshire, Scotland
Birth
1681
Alexander Younger was baptized in Glasgow, Lanarkshire, Scotland
Baptism
1699
Alexander Younger was married
Marriage
1714
Alexander Younger resided here in Essex, Virginia, USA
Residence
1727
Death of Alexander Younger in Edinburgh, Essex, Virginia, United States
Death

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.

Direct Lineage
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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.

Alexander Younger's Ancestors

Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record

Self
Alexander * Younger PTP
1681–1727
Glasgow, Lanarkshire, Scotland
Parents
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Grandparents
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Alexander Younger's Descendants

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Alexander * Younger PTP 1681–1727