We welcome all people with the surname Ketchum, Ketchem, Ketcham, Katchum, Katchem, and any of the other many variations whether on their paternal or maternal side. Because our ancestors lived in many different locations, local spellings created the many variations in our surnames. Our relative connections can be separated by thousands of years. We hope to find common ancestors when the paper trail is unable to do so, regardless of where you think your ancestors came from. ***Apr 2016 - Henry Queen has volunteered to be the new group administrator*** Previously Ketchum-Hanan: This surname study was created due to an adoption back in the late 1800's. To determine the biological father in question, descendants of two families, Ketchum and Hanan, are coming together to reveal the answer. Certainly, anyone with either surname is invited to join to discover their link to these families.