Exploring the Deep Scottish Roots of my Surname ‘Sawyers’ using iGENEA DNA Test
Family name Sawyers
Unearthing my lineage through the iGENEA DNA test was a journey that extended beyond my wildest expectations. Delving into my ancestral past, I discovered the deep roots of my surname, Sawyers, stretching back to its Celtic origins.
To be honest, I was initially skeptical about purchasing and using the iGENEA DNA test. However, my journey began with overwhelming curiosity about my lineage and, most specifically, about my surname – Sawyers. Having undertaken the test, I can confirm that iGENEA exceeded my expectations with its accurate, detailed and insightful results.
The information I received was astounding. I learned that the surname Sawyers has Celtic origins and it was fascinating to discover my deep-rooted Scottish ties. Prior to the DNA test, my knowledge about my direct ancestry was strikingly limited. I knew my grandparents hailed from Scotland, but I was unaware of how anchored into the Scottish lineage my roots were. A wave of exhilaration swept over me as I found evidence of my family history dating back as far as the 5th Century. It brought a new layer of understanding to my identity and heritage.
The well-structured and detailed feedback report from iGENEA was instrumental in creating a fascinating narrative of my lineage. I especially appreciate the chronological context the report provides. It laid out when, how, and where the Sawyers originated and spread. This genealogical timeline took me on a chronological trip back into my ancestry, rooted in a seemingly distant past, yet still so connected to me.
Another aspect that impressed me from this experience was the potential of connecting with individuals with the same surname within the iGENEA DNA database. With the privacy perfectly respected, you receive a list of 'genetic cousins.' To my surprise, I connected and fostered relationships with a few individuals who share a significant percentage of my DNA. Some of them I have even met in person.
The DNA test from iGENEA is an exceptional tool that unravels an individual's profound connections to the past. The journey of exploring my surname Sawyers was a riveting adventure – an interweaving narrative of history, people, places, migration and so much more. It's an experience I would highly recommend to anyone eager to learn more about their hereditary past.
J. Sawyers