Explore your place in the Ralston DNA story
If your surname is Ralston (or Rolston, Roulston, Raulston, Rolleston, and similar), the Ralston Project uses Y-DNA research to connect lineages and uncover shared ancestry across time and geography.
Discover your role in the greater "Ralston" family history.
Start Here
New to Y-DNA?
Learn how to participate and whether a sponsored kit may be available.
Results & Analysis
Explore project findings, haplogroups, phylogenetic trees, and analysis.
History & Research
Discover the background of the "Ralston" name, famous "Ralstons", or genealogical research, papers, and websites.
Project Snapshot
Established in 2014, the Ralston Project currently includes 168 members contributing Y-DNA results and research. This website serves as a complementary resource to the Ralston Surname Project at FamilyTreeDNA (FTDNA), helping participants interpret results and explore historical connections.
Ready to join the Ralston Surname Project? Visit us at FamilyTreeDNA.
