Thomas Tilden 1551–1617
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3 researchers on YourRoots have Thomas Tilden in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 3 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 Thomas Tilden 1551–1617
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Immediate Family
Biography
In 1551, Thomas Tilden entered the world in Tenterden, Kent, England, born to richard tilden and elizabeth glover. Thomas Tilden married alice bigge, elinor hubbard, and had children including abigail tilden, freegift tilden, hopestill tilden, joseph tilden, nathaniel tilden, sara tilden, theophilen tilden, thomas tilden. Thomas Tilden passed away in 1617 in Wye, Kent, England.
Sources
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1Record British Chancery Records, 1386-1558
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2Record Millennium File
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3Marriage Records U.S. and International Marriage Records, 1560-1900
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4Probate/Wills Kent, England, Tyler Index to Wills
Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from Thomas Tilden
This ancestor line traces from Benenden, Kent, England (1480) to Tenterden, Kent, England (1551) across 3 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Thomas Tilden (1551–1617) was born in Tenterden, Kent, England and died in Wye, Kent, 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 Thomas 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 3 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
Thomas Tilden's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record