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Family tree question?

Alright, I am very close to my second cousin, she is pretty much the only person if my family I can stand. She is pregnant now and now I'm kind of wondering what my title will be to this child of hers. Uncle? Second Uncle? I'm going to be a part of this childs life as I'm close to my cousin. Ya, this is kind of confusing me, if anyone can help,that would be nice?

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  • 1 decade ago
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    Biologically you will be her child's 3rd cousin... So what!?! Most often the people we are close to are our "real families" whether blood related or not. If you are going to be a big part of this child's life, you deserve the title of uncle. Uncle is often a courtesy term for someone we are very close to who holds a special place in our lives. It seems very fitting in your situation. When the child is older, if you feel the need to explain your biological connection, certainly do so. For now if you and your cousin agree that you should be "uncle", do your title proud. This child will be fortunate to have such a caring person in his/her life. Enjoy!

  • 1 decade ago

    You would be a cousin. The child of your second cousin should be your third cousin, but since you guys are so close, you can say that you are just cousins.

    You would be an uncle if the child were the child of your siblings.

    Source(s): I do family trees as a hobby.
  • angel1
    Lv 5
    1 decade ago

    cousin greg. you wouldn't be an uncle unless you were her brother. unless it was just an honorary title, but i don't see anything wrong with cousin

  • 1 decade ago

    2nd cousin once removed (by one generation)

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  • 1 decade ago

    second uncle

  • 1 decade ago

    the baby will be your 3rd cousin.........

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