King of Scotland James IV 1473–1513
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- B 2 criteria (Medium)
- C 1 criteria (Basic)
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3 researchers on YourRoots have King IV in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 14 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 King IV 1473–1513
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Immediate Family
Biography
In 1473, King of Scotland James IV entered the world in Edinburgh, Midlothian, Scotland, born to james iii stewart and margaret oldenburg queen consort of scotland. King of Scotland James IV passed away in 1513 in Branxton, Northumberland, England.
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1Record Millennium File
Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from King IV
This ancestor line traces from Falaise, Normandy, France (1025) to Edinburgh, Midlothian, , Scotland (1473) across 14 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- King IV (1473–1513) was born in Edinburgh, Midlothian, , Scotland and died in Branxton, Northumberland, , England. 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 King 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 14 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.
King IV's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record