How the iGENEA DNA Test Changed My Perception of the Wendling Surname and My Family Identity
Family name Wendling
In a broader context of understanding my family history, the results from my iGENEA DNA test brought an astounding revelation. The findings have significantly altered my perspective of the Wendling surname and my family's identity, unearthing a rich cultural connection we possess with the ancient Celtic ethnicity that has been carried forward through centuries.
The iGENEA DNA test results were a revelation to me. In the heart of this new information I found a profound impact on my perception of the surname Wendling and the broader sweep of my familial history, reshaping notions of cultural and ethnic identity that had been taken for granted for years.
The surname Wendling has had a strong presence in my life. As a child, I recognized it as my familial marker, a signifier that bound us together and set us apart. As an adult, my connection with it had developed into a curiosity – an intense desire to peel back the layers of history and understand its origin. The iGENEA DNA test made that possible.
The result confirmed that my ancestors were part of the Celtic ethnic group, with my DNA echoing the stories of these ancient people known for their art, mythology, and folklore. This Celtic origin, tied to the name Wendling, has entirely remodeled my understanding of family identity.
I have always felt a somewhat diffuse sense of cultural identity – an amalgamation of diverse influences that made categorization difficult – but now, I can anchor these feelings in a substantial genetic lineage. This newfound Celtic connection has not only validated this sense of fusion, but also has lent it a clarity, a continuity that goes far deeper than my immediate family history.
In light of this discovery, Wendling is not just a surname anymore: it is a historical vessel that has carried the echoes of ancient Celtic identities through time and space. It ties me to a rich and varied history, weaving a genetic tapestry that speaks of courage, resilience, and an unfathomable depth of cultural wealth.
Looking at the Wendling name and my family identity through this prismatic lens of genetic ancestry has deepened my respect for the generations that came before me, and for the struggles they must have weathered. It has made me more invested in preserving our family's history and more passionate about understanding our complex roots. The iGENEA test has been more than just a scientific exercise; it's been a personal journey of discovery.
M. Wendling