What is my cousin's child to me?

Your first cousin's child is your first cousin once removed. They are one generation younger while still connected through the same grandparents you share with your cousin.

Answer

YouCousinDaughterShared ancestor: grandparent

First cousin once removed

Path: You → Cousin → Daughter

Cousin degree equals min(2, 3) − 1 = 1. Removal equals |2 − 3| = 1. Person A is 2 generations from the shared ancestor; person B is 3 generations away. Along this path, you are 2 generations from the shared ancestor (grandparent), and the other person is 3 generations from that ancestor.

  • Classification: blood
  • Cousin degree: 1
  • Removed: 1
  • Shared ancestor: grandparent

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