A Personal Journey through Ancestry: Exploring the Origins of the Surname Park with iGENEA's Genetic Testing
Family name Park
The DNA test at iGENEA offered a unique means to trace thousands of years of the family's lineage and discover potential narratives knitted within our genes. The accuracy of the results, thanks to autosomal DNA testing, provided an impressively comprehensive picture of my family history, shedding new light on the origins and complexity of the surname Park, a name that spans across globe and time.
The DNA test at iGENEA provided an astonishing means of exploring my family history through genetic information. The results were not just numbers, but a fascinating narrative about human migration and adaptation. Being able to trace ancestral roots deep into thousands of years was a remarkable experience.
The test kit itself was straightforward. The kit provided a simple cheek swab. The instructions were clear, and the process was as easy as taking a swab from the inside of my cheeks and sending the sample back in a provided envelope. Within a few weeks, I received detailed reports on my paternal and maternal lines, going back thousands of years.
The accuracy of the results was impressive. The DNA test at iGENEA uses autosomal DNA testing, the most comprehensive and accurate type of test available. This type of testing examines the entire genome, rather than just select portions. This not only provided comprehensive information about my direct lines, but also deep ancestral lineages on all sides of my family.
Specifically, these results provided profound insights about my surname, Park. According to iGENEA, the Park surname has roots in Celtic origins. Initially, this was a surprise to me as I had been under the assumption for a long while that my surname’s heritage belonged to an East Asian lineage. The results showed me that the surname Park has a far-reaching lineage and history—far deal more than just one corner of the globe. This information not only deepens my understanding of the surname Park but also prompts me to reframe my family tree. I have come to understand that I am a part of an intricate tapestry of human migration and culture.
Overall, this testing process at iGENEA has deepened my appreciation for the science of genetics, illuminating a path to ancestors from epochs ago. My surname, once assumed to hold a singular narrative, now stands as a testament to the rich complexity of human history.
H. Park