Search Nash County Birth Records

Nash County maintains birth records at the Register of Deeds office in Nashville, North Carolina. Located in the eastern Piedmont, Nash County has kept vital records since 1913 and marriage records going back even further to 1872. The county serves a growing population that includes the city of Rocky Mount, which straddles both Nash and Edgecombe counties. If you need a certified copy of a birth certificate or want to trace your family history through this part of the state, the Nash County office is your primary local resource.

Nash County Register of Deeds

The Register of Deeds office is on West Washington Street in Nashville. This office processes all birth certificate requests for Nash County. Staff members are available to help with certified copies, research questions, and related vital records.

How to Get Nash County Birth Certificates

Certified copies cost $10 each. You can request them in person at the Nashville office or by mail. For in-person visits, bring a valid photo ID. Know the full name on the record, the date of birth, and both parents' names if possible.

Mail requests should include a written letter with all details, a copy of your ID, and a check or money order for $10 per copy. Send your request to 120 W. Washington Street, Suite 2092, Nashville, NC 27856. The office handles births recorded in Nash County from 1913 to the present. Marriage records go back to 1872, making the office a valuable stop for family history research as well.

Note: Personal checks are generally accepted, but money orders provide faster processing.

Nash County Birth Records Search

Nash County offers a public records portal for searching available documents. The Nash County Public Records site provides access to a range of county records.

This online tool lets you search various record types from Nash County. It is a good starting point for anyone who wants to verify record availability before visiting the office in person.

Nash County Vital Records Services

The Nash County government website provides information about all county departments, including the Register of Deeds. Below is the Nash County Government homepage.

From this site, you can navigate to department pages, find contact details, and learn about county services beyond vital records. The site also provides links to online tools and resources that may help you prepare your request before visiting the Nashville office in person.

Birth Records and Nash County History

Nash County was formed in 1777 from Edgecombe County during the American Revolution. Nashville, named after the colonial governor Francis Nash, became the county seat. The county's fertile land and river access drew settlers early on, and families have deep roots in this area.

Before 1913, births were not officially registered. Families kept their own records in Bibles and church documents. The State Archives Bible Records collection includes some of these early family documents from Nash County and surrounding areas. After North Carolina's vital records statutes took effect, the Register of Deeds became the official custodian of birth records.

Note: Rocky Mount residents should check whether their birth was recorded in Nash County or Edgecombe County, as the city spans both.

Nash County Birth Certificate ID Requirements

North Carolina requires valid identification for all birth certificate requests. At the Nash County office, you must present a government-issued photo ID such as a driver's license, state ID card, passport, or military ID. Only eligible individuals can receive a certified copy, including the person named on the record, parents, legal guardians, or authorized representatives.

If you are ordering by mail, include a clear photocopy of your ID with your request. The NC Vital Records FAQ page outlines all accepted forms of identification and who qualifies to receive certified copies. Nash County follows these statewide requirements for all vital record requests.

Ordering Nash County Certificates by Mail or Online

The NC Office of Vital Records can issue birth certificates for any North Carolina county. State orders cost $24 per copy. The order page explains the process. Online orders through VitalChek are another option, with extra service fees applied at checkout.

For genealogy research, the NC genealogical research page outlines how to access older vital records for family history purposes.

Tracing Family History in Nash County

Nash County has a long history that makes it ideal for genealogical research. Start with birth records at the Register of Deeds. Then explore the FamilySearch Nash County page for free resources and research guides. The State Archives of North Carolina holds census data, land grants, and other records that can help fill in the picture. Many families in the Nash County area have roots going back to the 1700s, and combining birth certificates with marriage records and census data often reveals connections that a single document cannot show on its own. The Nashville office staff can assist with locating related records in the county's collection.

• Birth records from 1913 to present
• Marriage records from 1872 to present
• Census and land records at the State Archives
• FamilySearch free online tools
• Bible records for pre-1913 family data

Nearby Counties

Nash County sits in the eastern Piedmont near several neighboring counties. Each one maintains its own birth records at the Register of Deeds.