Can I start a genealogy tree with knowing only the full names of my grandparents?

Question

Can I start a genealogy tree with knowing only the full names of my grandparents?

Answer 1

I have been told for 23 years that my grandparents are named one thing, and then I find out these were nicknames. I managed to find their records despite this, because the records are easily searchable and fairly user-friendly. I you look for your parents' birth records, and order the certificate (or perhaps they have their certificate in their filing), then it should state both of their parents on the certificate right there. Easy.

Answer 2

Absolutely.. Start with their birth dates and place of birth and start working your way back via the tons of on line aids available.  I'm back to 1632 Rhode Island.

Answer 3

Yes you can.  Start by getting their marriage certificate or death certificates and they will list the name of their parents.  Then check census records for their names listed with their children.  And, once again check the marriage license or certificate of death certificates for their parents and so on.  Also check online for sources like www.rootsweb.ancestry.com; worldconnect.genealogy.rootsweb.com;

Answer 4

Which country?

If UK you probably could.