James Stuart, Earl of Moray VI 1601–1602
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- C 1 criteria (Basic)
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3 researchers on YourRoots have James VI in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 19 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 3 independent trees
Researchers connected through James VI 1601–1602
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Immediate Family
Biography
In 1601, James Stuart, Earl of Moray VI entered the world in Dunfermline, Fife, Scotland, born to james vi king of scot amp england king of great britian james i of england and vi of scotland james vi king of scotland james i charl and princess anne oldenburg stuart princess of denmark queen consort of england. James Stuart, Earl of Moray VI passed away in 1602 in Dunfermline, Fife, Scotland.
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Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from James VI
This ancestor line traces from Rouen, Seine Inferieure, Normandy, France (1000) to Dunfermline, Fife, Scotland (1601) across 19 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- James VI (1601–1602) was born in Dunfermline, Fife, Scotland and died in Dunfermline, Fife, Scotland. 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 (B) based on cross-tree validation.
- Right now, 3 researchers on YourRoots have James 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 19 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.
James VI's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record