From the Chou Dynasty (1122-221 B.C.) forward, noble families have kept records of family developments. Possession of a family pedigree reflects honor on the family background. In recent years, people have shown renewed interest in researching their progenitors.
近年來，台灣經濟繁榮，人民的修譜能力（生活水準、教育程度）都提高了，蔚成一股修譜尋根的熱潮。