Currently, the Historical Register Online can be searched only by surname.

The results screen which will be delivered will list all individuals whose surname matches the search term, including those surname that begin with the search term.

For example, a search on the surname "David" will result in a list of individuals with that surname, as well as surnames such as "Davidoff," "Davidovits," and "Davidson." Maiden or other previously used last names are not currently included in the search.