The names of enslaved persons are listed exactly as they appear in the wills, estate papers and court minutes and in alphabetical and year sequence. Included with the name are any descriptors given as to age, sex and relationships. The spelling of names in these documents varies, so be sure to look for all possible spellings (e.g., Ceasor/Seasor, Jenny/Jinny/Ginny, James/Jim, etc.). Another factor to consider is that nicknames were often used. In some cases you will be able to see a chain of ownership of the enslaved person by matching the recipent to the deceased at a later date. This is often difficult, however, when the recipient is an unmarried female because the enslaved person will belong to her husband after she marries.