Unraveling My Celtic Roots & Discovering Family Ties: My Experience with the iGENEA DNA Test
Family name Tyner
My examination of the iGENEA DNA test covers the unexpected insights I gained about my Celtic surname, Tyner, and the unexpected relatives I discovered via the DNA database.
My journey into genealogy began with the iGENEA DNA test kit. Upon receiving it, I carefully followed the instructions for the cheek swab and sent it off to their lab. The anxious wait whilst my DNA was analysed felt like it stretched on forever. However, my patience finally paid off and I was provided a gateway into my ancestry, via an in-depth and detailed report.
The revelations about my surname, Tyner, were particularly fascinating. The report disclosed it has Celtic roots and is quite prevalent in Ireland. This insight surprised me and immediately filled me with curiosity. I had never associated a Celtic lineage with my family. Our past had always been a gray area, vaguely connected to some European ancestry. To narrow it down to such a specific cultural heritage was enthralling.
But the iGENEA DNA test didn't stop at just historical notions about my surname. The database also connected me with numerous individuals who bore the name Tyner, spanning continents from Europe to North America. I reached out and ended up corresponding with several of them. The result was a rich dialogue about our respective family histories. It was almost like finding a new part of my family, extending the branches of my family tree.
One particular instance stands out: I connected with a Tyner living across the Atlantic in Ireland, who turned out to be a distant cousin. Through our interaction, I learned about our common Irish ancestor, a piece of family history that had long been forgotten. We exchanged stories, photographs, memories, and managed to bridge the geographical gap.
In all, the iGENEA DNA test was a doorway to an undiscovered part of my heritage. It went beyond my expectations and offered me valuable connections. The knowledge I gained about my surname and the relationship I formed with those connected to it has truly been a highlight of my genealogical journey.
N. Tyner