Use the Y DNA test to determine your male DNA signature. At least 37 Markers are recommended. The test can only be taken by a male with this surname or variant.

Use the mtDNA test to determine the DNA signature of your maternal direct line ancestory. If possible test HVR1 and HVR2. This test applies to males and females.

Use the Family Finder autosomal DNA test to find unknown relatives out to about 5th or 6th cousins. This tests all of your ancestors for both males and females.