genealogist

noun

ge·​ne·​al·​o·​gist ˌjē-nē-ˈä-lə-jist 

also -ˈa-lə-

also ˌje-nē-

: a person who traces or studies the descent of persons or families

Examples of genealogist in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

As a genealogist, Baxter has helped over 150 people trace their ancestral roots through her organization Our Genetic Legacy, a nonprofit committed to uncovering the hidden histories of Black and Indigenous people. — Amara Evering, Miami Herald, 11 July 2026

Neither had any reason to suspect their family tree ran directly into the foundation of the White House — until historians, genealogists and what producers describe as groundbreaking ancestry research brought the line into focus. — Shelby Stewart, Essence, 3 July 2026

According to Ayaub, the genealogist unraveled the mystery and ultimately helped the family connect with Violet Christine’s daughter. — Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026

In October 2025, a team of 16 genealogists from three countries convened for a weekend to work on the case. — Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 23 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1605, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for genealogist

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