Revealing the Intriguing Heritage of the High Surname: An iGENEA DNA Test Unwraps the Unexpected
Family name High
A DNA test with iGENEA sparked a thrilling ancestry journey, revealing unexpected Scandinavian origins tied to my surname, High, and a true multi-ethnic lineage to Jewish roots. The test also revealed distant relatives dotted across the globe.
I've always borne the surname High, carrying it with curiosity and pride. Deep down, I've wondered about its origins, secretly guessing on cold winter’s night "Am I somewhat related with the nobility?" An ancestral test with iGENEA was an ideal way to meander through the labyrinthine lanes of my genealogy, unearthing surprises I never foresaw. From being an age-old surname rooted in the Middle Ages to tracing unexpected Scandinavian origins from the region of the Vikings, my DNA report breathed life into the High name, enlightening me on my extraordinary heritage. My surname also traced back to Jewish ancestors beautifully painting a panorama of diverse ethnic interminglings that I carry within my DNA. Equally fascinating was the finding of distant relatives across the globe, signaling the vast expansion of our lineage over centuries. The test left no stone unturned, unveiling an intriguing trail of nomadic ancestors, shaping my unique DNA blueprint.
L. High