William Oldham 1568–1636
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14 researchers on YourRoots have William Oldham in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 2 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 14 independent trees
Researchers connected through William Oldham 1568–1636
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Immediate Family
Biography
The story of William Oldham began in 1568 in Derby, Derbyshire, England. William Oldham married philippa sowter, and had children including elizabeth oldham, james oldham, john oldham, julia oldham, lucretia lucy oldham, lucretia oldham, margaret oldham, martha oldham, mary oldham, richard oldham, thomas oldham. William Oldham passed away in 1636 in Derby, Derbyshire, England.
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1Record Geneanet Community Trees Index
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2Record Netherlands, GenealogieOnline Trees Index
Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from William Oldham
This ancestor line traces from Lindsey, Suffolk, England (1553) to Derby, Derby, England (1568) across 2 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- William Oldham (1568–1636) was born in Derby, Derbyshire, England and died in Derby, Derbyshire, England. 14 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, 14 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 2 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
William Oldham's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record