Using iGENEA DNA Test to Unravel the History and Trajectory of the Kernen Lineage
Family name Kernen
The iGENEA DNA test, consisting of the autosomal DNA test and the Y-DNA test, provided an in-depth exploration of my lineage and a heightened understanding of my surname, Kernen. The technical aspects of these tests and their accuracy filled the gaps in my awareness of my ancestral roots and elevated my appreciation for the history and trajectory of the Kernen lineage.
Prior to undertaking the iGENEA DNA test, I had only a limited understanding of my surname, Kernen. The results of the test not only educated me on my ancestral roots but also gave me a clearer understanding of the Kernen lineage. Technically, the iGENEA DNA test was comprised of two segments: the autosomal DNA test and the Y-DNA test, each serving different purposes yet equally vital for an extensive understanding of one’s genealogy.
The autosomal DNA test, as I learned, examines the DNA inherited from both my parents, providing a broad overview of my lineage and ethnicity going back about 5 generations. On the other hand, the Y-DNA test offered a deeper dive into my male lineage, tracing the paternal line back hundreds, and at times, thousands of years. Given my surname Kernen, the Y-DNA test was particularly insightful.
The accuracy of the iGENEA DNA test, as far as I can attest, was quite remarkable. The results resonated strongly with the information I had about my family's history. The test was able to nail down specific regions in Europe where my ancestors came from and provided a profound insight into the origin and historical trajectory of surname Kernen.
In terms of understanding the Kernen surname, the results highlighted its roots in German-speaking parts of Europe, which aligns well with what I knew about the history of Kernen from familial anecdotes. Moreover, the distribution map of the surname offered by the test helped me visualize the dispersion of Kernens across Europe over time. Knowing the migration pattern added a unique dimension to my appreciation of the surname.
To summarize, the iGENEA DNA test was illuminating; not only did it provide a technical understanding of my genetic makeup, it also deepened my appreciation and understanding of the Kernen lineage.
M. Kernen