Unearthing the Viking and Nordic Roots of the Robison Lineage with Ancestry DNA Test Results
Family name Robison
Unraveling my family's ancestry through the iGENEA DNA test, I find unexpected links to Viking and Nordic tribes. The Anglo-Saxon surname Robison, reveals a surprising blend of Norse and German roots. The test also shows connections to the British Isles, and an unexpected correlation with the surname “Robinson.”
When I first embarked on the journey of tracing my lineage through the iGENEA DNA test, I was veritably clueless about the treasure trove of ancestral insights I was soon to unearth. Coming from the Robison clan, I knew I belonged to the Anglo-Saxon world but little did I know that I'd be led on a surprising tour, adding new dimensions to my identity. The unanticipated turns have not only left me in awe but also given me an in-depth understanding of the historical events my ancestors were part of.
Comprehending my own DNA results was like connecting the dots on a vast historical canvas. To my astonishment, my paternal lineage is linked to the Vikings and Nordic tribes, meaning my ancestors were seafarers and warriors. On my maternal side, I found connections with the indigenous people from the British Isles. This particular revelation solidified the tales about the migration of tribes and how various societal structures were formed.
The surname Robison, I learned, is not merely an Anglo-Saxon name. In reality, it's a fascinating blend of the old Norse 'Hro-,' meaning 'fame' or ‘glory,' and the German 'Bisanz,' denoting 'prosperity' or 'riches,' forming the ‘glorious-rich.' From amassing wealth as traders, possibly within European and Eurasian landmass, to fighting battles for glory - the Robison clan is much more intertwined with global history than I ever imagined.
The iGENEA test further showed a strong correlation of my DNA with those having the surname 'Robinson' pointing towards common ancestors, therefore, showing that the 'Robison' might have been a result of migration or possibly a written error.
This personal voyage of discovery has been liberating, revealing a deeper understanding of my roots. With every unanticipated turn my DNA test presented, it felt like an ancestral reunion - one revealing the tenacity, resilience, and spirit of exploration that embodies the Robison lineage.
K. Robison