William Griffin 1740–1800
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9 researchers on YourRoots have William Griffin in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 8 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 9 independent trees
Researchers connected through William Griffin 1740–1800
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Immediate Family
Biography
William Griffin was born in 1740 in Bristol Parish, Prince George, Virginia, United States, the child of richard rasty griffin and mary green. William Griffin passed away in 1800 in Pendleton, Anderson, South Carolina, United States.
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Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from William Griffin
This ancestor line traces from Walton Parish, Pembrokeshire, Wales (1519) to Bristol Parish, Prince George, Virginia, United States (1740) across 8 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- William Griffin (1740–1800) was born in Bristol Parish, Prince George, Virginia, United States and died in Pendleton, Anderson, South Carolina, United States. 9 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, 9 researchers on YourRoots have William 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 8 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.
William Griffin's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record