Cap-Haïtien Marriages, Divorces and Death Records 1843 – 1899
Cap-Haïtien, Haiti church records hold a special place in my heart, and their significance goes far beyond genealogy research. From my earliest childhood memories, Cap-Haïtien was a city spoken of with warmth and admiration in my home.
A Personal Connection to Cap-Haïtien
As a child, I vividly recall the many stories my grandmother, Nieves Antonia, would share about her visits to Cap-Haïtien. She and my mother, Mercedes, along with my aunt Tahalis, would make shopping excursions to the city regularly. According to my grandmother, it was simply a beautiful place to visit. What amazes me to this day is that I can still hear her voice telling those stories as if it were yesterday.
I loved my grandmother dearly and truly miss her. She always had a story to tell, and believed that feeding you was her greatest way of showing love — all while weaving her wonderful tales. Nieves Antonia Rivas (1911–1991) was one of a kind, and it is in her loving memory that this post is dedicated.
About Cap-Haïtien
Founded in 1670, Cap-Haïtien is known for its stunning colonial French architecture and has long been referred to as the Paris of the Antilles because of its wealth, culture, and sophistication. Located on the northern coast of Haiti, the city also played a pivotal role in the Haitian Revolution and served as the colonial capital of Saint-Domingue. Understanding this rich history helps place your ancestors in the proper historical and cultural context as you work through the records.
What Cap-Haïtien Church Records Are Available
In honor of my grandmother Nieves’ memory, the Cap-Haïtien, Haiti church records featured here cover marriages, divorces, and death records spanning the 1800s. These records are an essential resource for anyone researching Haitian ancestry, French Caribbean genealogy, or family connections in northern Haiti.
My Grandmother
A Note on Language
Please note that these records are written in French. If you are not fluent in the language, you may need a translator to work through them. Additionally, this website translates to other languages — simply click on the corresponding flag in the upper right corner to switch to your preferred language.
Tips for Researching These Records
Priests were known to occasionally place entries in incorrect books, so be sure to review all available record books thoroughly.
If you do not find your ancestor in Cap-Haïtien, consider searching surrounding parishes and towns in northern Haiti.
Pay close attention to name spelling variations, as French and Haitian Creole spellings may differ across records.
Cross-reference marriage records with baptism and death records to build a more complete family picture.
The following marriage records are available for Cap-Haïtien. Several years also include divorce records, as noted below.
Marriages
- January 26 – December 23, 1843
- January 21 – Dec 2, 1845
- January 20 – September 23, 1846
- March 24 – December 29, 1859 (Includes divorces)
- January 18 – December 29, 1860 (Includes divorces)
- February 3 – December 29, 1861
- January 4 – December 23, 1861
- January 8 – December 29, 1862 (Includes divorces)
- January 10 – December 24, 1863 (Includes divorces)
- January 14 – December 30, 1864
- January 18 – October 29, 1866
- January 21 – December 5, 1867
- February 4 – December 28, 1868
- February 4 – October 30, 1869 (Includes divorces)
- April 19 – December 29, 1870
- January 5 – December 27, 1871 (Includes divorces)
- January 8 – Dec 30, 1872 (Includes divorces)
- January 9 – December 18, 1873 (Includes divorces)
- January 17 – September 25, 1874 (Includes divorces)
- September 24 – November 30, 1876 (Includes divorces)
- January 6 – June 12, 1876 (Includes divorces)
- January 10 – December 29, 1877 (Includes divorces)
- January 7 – December 30, 1879 (Includes divorces)
- January 8 – January 31, 1880
- February 14 – December 29, 1880 (Includes divorces)
- February 5 – December 21, 1881 (Includes divorces)
- January 7 – December 30, 1882
- June 16 – November 29, 1883
- January 20 – December 25, 1883
- January 31 – November 6, 1884
- January 10 – December 11, 1884 (Includes divorces)
- January 8 – December 29, 1891 (Includes divorces)
- January 2 – December 20, 1892 (Includes divorces)
- April 22 – December 14, 1893 (Includes divorces)
- July 19 – December 14, 1893
- January 23 – June 19, 1893
- January 3, August 2, 1894 (Includes divorces)
- February 7 – December 22, 1895
- January 6, 1894 – December 31, 1896 (Includes divorces)
- April 25, 1896
- January 5 – November 21, 1896 (Includes divorces)
- February 2 – December 1897
- January 18 – October 22, 1898
- March 4, 1898 – December 22, 1899 (Includes divorces)
Deaths
The following death records are also indexed so will be provide the link to the images first and then the link to the search window below it.
