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Ephraim Otis 1772–1850

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Full name consistent across 2 independent trees
Birth year and location consistent across 2 trees
Death year and location consistent across 2 trees

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Reliability Score: B
Medium — based on the source tree
Grade scale
  • A 3 criteria (Strong)
  • B 2 criteria (Medium)
  • C 1 criteria (Basic)
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2 researchers on YourRoots have Ephraim Otis in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 11 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: B — verified across 2 independent trees

Born 23 Dec 1772 · Providence, Providence, Rhode Island Colony
Died 24 Mar 1850 · Deruyter, Madison, New York, USA
Father Ephraim Otis
Mother Sarah Harris
Spouse Mary Cornell
Children Amy Otis, Hannah Otis, Isaac Otis, Joseph Otis, Lydia Otis, Samuel F Otis, Sarah G Otis
Siblings Amey Otis, Daniel Otis, David Harris Otis, George Alexander Otis, Isaac Otis, Job Otis, Mary Polley Otis, Stephen Otis

Researchers connected through Ephraim Otis 1772–1850

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Biography

The story of Ephraim Otis began in 1772 in Providence, Providence, Rhode Island Colony. Ephraim Otis married mary cornell, and had children including amy otis, hannah otis, isaac otis, joseph otis, lydia otis, samuel f otis, sarah g otis. Ephraim Otis passed away in 1850 in Deruyter, Madison, New York, USA.

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Life Timeline

1772
Birth of Ephraim Otis in Providence, Providence, Rhode Island Colony
Birth
1850
Death of Ephraim Otis in Deruyter, Madison, New York, USA
Death

Oldest Ancestor Line from Ephraim Otis

This ancestor line traces from Normandy, France (1000) to Providence, Providence, Rhode Island Colony (1772) across 11 generations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ephraim Otis (1772–1850) was born in Providence, Providence, Rhode Island Colony and died in Deruyter, Madison, New York, USA. 2 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 (B) based on cross-tree validation.
Right now, 2 researchers on YourRoots have Ephraim 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 11 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.

Ephraim Otis's Ancestors

Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record

Self
Ephraim Otis PTP
1772–1850
Providence, Providence, Rhode Island Colony
Parents
Unknown
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Grandparents
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Ephraim Otis's Descendants

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Ephraim Otis PTP 1772–1850
  1. 1. Isaac Otis PTP 1798–1853
    1. 1. Stephen Franklin Otis PTP 1847–1904