Ruth Merriam 1706–1776
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2 researchers on YourRoots have Ruth Merriam in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 12 generations. If this ancestor is in your tree too, you can compare what you've found and fill in the gaps together.
Last updated: July 22, 2026 · Reliability: B — verified across 2 independent trees
Researchers connected through Ruth Merriam 1706–1776
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Immediate Family
Biography
The story of Ruth Merriam began in 1706 in Lynn, Essex, Massachusetts, United States. Ruth Merriam passed away in 1776 in Lynn, Essex, Massachusetts, United States.
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Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from Ruth Merriam
This ancestor line traces from Kent, England (1330) to Lynn, Essex, Massachusetts Bay, British Colonial America (1706) across 12 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Ruth Merriam (1706–1776) was born in Lynn, Essex, Massachusetts, United States and died in Lynn, Essex, Massachusetts, United States. 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 Ruth 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 12 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.
Ruth Merriam's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record