What kind of cousins are we?
Enter how many generations each of you is from your shared ancestor, and get the exact cousin degree and removal - first cousin, second cousin once removed, and so on.
Not sure how to count generations?
Count the steps from each person up to the shared ancestor: a child is 1, a grandchild is 2, a great-grandchild is 3, and so on.
Frequently asked questions
What does "removed" mean?
"Removed" describes a generation difference between cousins. Your first cousin's child is your first cousin once removed - same cousin line, one generation apart.
How do I count generations to the shared ancestor?
Count each parent-child step. If your grandparent is the shared ancestor, your parent is 1 generation away and you are 2 generations away.
What if one of us is only 1 generation away?
That means that person IS the shared ancestor's child, so the relationship isn't a cousin relationship - it's siblings, or an aunt/uncle-niece/nephew relationship, depending on the other person's distance.
Is my data stored?
The result is calculated locally in your browser. The details you submit may be logged to help us understand how the tool is used, but they are never shared publicly or tied to your identity unless you are signed in.