NYC Marriage Records

What Is The NYC Marriage Index?

The NYC Marriage Index provides access to marriage license records filed in New York City from 1950 through 2017. This comprehensive database contains basic information about marriages registered across all five NYC boroughs during this period.

What Information Will I Find?

Each marriage record includes:
- Groom's full name
- Bride's full name
- Borough where license was filed
- Year of marriage
- License sequence number
- Date of marriage (1996-2017 records only)

The index contains record information only, not actual marriage certificates. It's an invaluable resource for genealogical research, family history, and marriage record verification.

Accuracy and Completeness

While extensive, the NYC Marriage Index isn't infallible. The dataset is known to be somewhat incomplete, with approximately 30,000 records missing primarily from the 1950s and 1960s. Some entries may contain spelling errors or malformed data. If you're unable to find a marriage record you believe should be listed, consider:

- Checking variant name spellings
- Contacting the NYC City Clerk's office
- Searching local newspaper announcements

Using The Index

This free resource allows you to search NYC marriage records without requiring a subscription or membership. Browse by the groom's last name using the alphabetical index, or use the search box above to find specific names.

Marriage Certificates and Official Documents

While this index is useful for research, it cannot be used as official documentation. For certified marriage certificates, you'll need to contact the NYC City Clerk's Office. The City Clerk maintains official records and can provide certified copies for legal purposes.

Where to Go Next

If you need:
- Official documentation: Contact the NYC City Clerk's Office
- Additional research: Visit the Municipal Archives
- Historical context: Check local newspapers for wedding announcements