Scotland Church Records Index

Baptism record of James "Duramboi" Davis, a Scottish convict who lived with Australian Aboriginals for 13 years.

In Scotland, church records are invaluable for genealogy research, reflecting the country's diverse religious landscape. The two primary denominations, the Church of Scotland (Presbyterian) and the Roman Catholic Church, offer distinct records. The Church of Scotland's records typically include baptism, marriage, and burial registers, starting from the 16th century. Roman Catholic records became more standardized in the 19th century and include similar vital records. Additionally, other denominations like the Free Church and Episcopalian churches maintain their own registers. These records not only provide crucial dates and names but also often contain additional details like parents' names and locations, making them essential for tracing family histories and understanding social contexts in Scotland's past.

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Register of Marriages For the Parish of Edinburgh, 1751 - 1800 884 records available Urquhart And Glenmoriston, Olden Times in a Highland Parish 644 records available Priory of Hexham, Volume 1 628 records available Register of Marriages For the Parish of Edinburgh, 1701 - 1750 618 records available See the entire collection catalog of church records in Scotland

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