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The parentage sub-dimension of Hierarchical Proof Dimensions in Jason Barnard's framework. Parentage establishes whether others cite this entity as the source, originator, or authority on a topic. It answers: "Do others point to this entity as where the idea/knowledge came from?" Parentage proof demonstrates that content flows FROM this entity to others.

Parentage is where authority becomes visible. When others say "according to Jason Barnard" or "as Kalicube explains," they're demonstrating parentage - the content originates here and propagates outward. This is why "coined by" matters so much. When someone uses "Answer Engine Optimization" and credits you as the coiner, that's parentage. When they use it without credit, the term spreads but parentage weakens. Engineer content that gets cited, not just consumed.

Parentage answers "do others cite you as the source?" Recognition establishes you're notable. Parentage establishes you're THE authority - the one others reference. The difference: many are recognized; few are cited as the source. This is why Kalicube tracks "coined by" and citation language. Parentage is the proof that makes recognition meaningful.