Janet Ferguson 1655–1682
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4 researchers on YourRoots have Janet Ferguson in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 9 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 4 independent trees, with linked records
Researchers connected through Janet Ferguson 1655–1682
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Immediate Family
Biography
Janet Ferguson was born in 1655 in Portobello, Midlothian, Scotland, the child of william ferguson and jean elphinstone 10th ggm scot rob. Janet Ferguson married john robinson, and had children including margaret robinson, thomas robison. Janet Ferguson passed away in 1682 in Middlesex, London, England.
Sources
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1Record Geneanet Community Trees Index
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2Baptism Records Scotland, Select Births and Baptisms, 1564-1950
Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from Janet Ferguson
This ancestor line traces from Traquair, Scottish Borders, Scotland (1463) to Portobello, Midlothian, Scotland (1655) across 9 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Janet Ferguson (1655–1682) was born in Portobello, Midlothian, Scotland and died in Middlesex, London, England. 4 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, 4 researchers on YourRoots have Janet 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 9 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
Janet Ferguson's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record