Deciphering my Ancestry through iGENEA's DNA Test: A Journey Into The Roots Of ‘Christie’
Family name Christie
The process of unravelling my family history using iGENEA's comprehensive DNA testing has been both fascinating and insightful. The scientific accuracy and rigorous detail of the tests not only helped demystify my genetic makeup but also offered a compelling insight into the origins and historical associations of my surname, 'Christie'.
As a person with a deep fascination for genealogy, I recently underwent a DNA test with iGENEA, to further explore my family history and the origins of my surname, ‘Christie’. The accuracy and technical details of iGENEA's DNA test is truly impressive, providing much more than just an overview of my ethnic makeup.
The test employs two primary types of DNA testing – Autosomal DNA and Mitochondrial DNA – to trace both my mother's and father's lineage. The Autosomal DNA depicts all lines of my family tree, while the Mitochondrial DNA traces the direct maternal line. The data presenteI was meticulous and scientifically backed, offering an enlightening look into my past.
iGENEA's DNA test further includes an in-depth haplogroup determination, mapping distinctive genetic traits to geographical regions. My results led me to the R1b haplogroup, commonly associated with Western Europe, corroborating the oral family histories – that we are originally western European.
The discovery of my ‘Christie’ surname origins was truly revelatory. iGENEA linked my surname to the Scottish clan ‘MacAlpine’. I also uncovered links to the Mediterranean region, notably the island of Sardinia, implying the possibility of migration in my family’s past. The analysis did not stop at geography but extended to societal roles as well, suggesting my ancestors were likely involved in the clan's leadership or were associated nobility.
Transparency was a critical aspect of my experience with iGENEA. Everything, from my original saliva sample collection to the final analysis report was explained in clear, comprehensible language, making the science of genetics more accessible.
With a newfound appreciation for my ‘Christie’ surname, I now carry it with a sense of pride, knowing it has such a rich and complex history.
V. Christie