Uncovering Roots: The Unexpected Journey of an Ehrler through the iGENEA DNA Test
Family name Ehrler
I thought I had a good grasp of my German heritage, but my iGENEA DNA test revealed unexpected turns. My surname, Ehrler, in fact, has Swiss origins. But the most surprising was the discovery of Indigenous American ties, pushing my ancestry beyond Europe.
From Europe to the Americas: Unexpected Discoveries in my iGENEA DNA Test and Ehrler Surname
When the time came for me to undertake the iGENEA DNA journey, I was filled with both excitement and trepidation. What truths might be revealed about my roots? My surname, Ehrler, seemed straightforward enough; a nice, solid German name passed down through the generations. Or so I thought. What I found was an unexpected journey that took me not just across Europe, but also to the Americas.
Why was my supposedly German surname my biggest surprise? It wasn't German at all. According to my DNA results and the iGENEA research, the Ehrler name actually originates from Switzerland, with potential ties reaching as far as the Italian border. It appears my forefathers migrated from the Swiss Alps to the German plains, belying the assumed origin of our family name.
Furthermore, I discovered another unexpected turn in my DNA story that completely changed my understanding of my family's past. Not only were my European roots shaking, but also an unexpected link appeared towards the Americas. Indigenous connections from South America were found in my DNA report, with traces suggesting ancestors from the Inca civilization.
Scanning the results of my iGENEA DNA test, I am steeped in revelations about my ancestry that I never could have predicted. The journey was an emotional roller coaster, ultimately ending in a profound understanding and appreciation for my rich, diverse heritage and newly discovered roots.
A. Ehrler