Unveiling Unexpected Turns in My Flora Lineage with iGENEA DNA test
Family name Flora
My iGENEA DNA test revealed unexpected surprises and twists about my Flora lineage that truly transformed my perspective. It unveiled an unusual blend of Western European and Asian lineages, reshaping my assumptions of my Scottish surname, Flora. The test also attributed some unique physical traits to our Asian Mongol lineage and found traces of Viking heritage within my genes.
My iGENEA DNA test opened up a Pandora’s box of fascinating, surprising, and unexpected discoveries that truly transformed my perspective on my lineage. I found intriguing twists that questioned the unsubstantial assumptions I had about the Flora surname. My genes carry tales of ancient kinship, unknown migrations, and diverse ethnicities that I was unaware of.
My DNA swirls with an unusual blend of Western European and Asian lineages, a fact that was unforeseen given my strong Scottish background. The test revealed a dominant streak of Celtic heritage, pointing to my deep-rooted connections to the Scottish Highlands. However, an unexpected mix of Mongol and South Asian DNA led me to question the origin and history of my little-known Flora surname.
Apparently, the surname Flora, which I always considered distinctly Scottish, seems to have roots more diversified than imagined. It seems plausible that ancestors from Asia might have travelled and settled in the Scottish lands, blending into the Celtic population and leaving traces of their ethnicity in their descendants- like me. It could also suggest historic intermingling or conquests that expanded the gene pool.
The iGENEA DNA test also explained some of the previously unknown physical traits and unique characteristics present in our family. We often wondered where our distinctive dark hair and eyes came from when most of our Scottish kin boasted the typical blond hair, blue eyes stereotype. Now, it seems our Asian Mongol lineage might be the distinguishing factor.
Deep down in my genes, I also found traces of Viking DNA, which was another unexpected twist. This suggests the possibility that the Flora lineage may have mingled with the Viking invaders during the early Middle Ages, imbuing the family line with a trace of the fiery Norsemen.
In the end, the iGENEA DNA test provided me a sense of exciting connection to history. It made me realize that every surname, however simple, bears a unique amalgam of heritage and ethnicity that spans across continents and cultures. The Flora surname, as I proudly own, has become an emblem of my incredibly diverse lineage. From now on, it will fill me with pride knowing my genes carry the echoes of ancient Celts, Vikings, Mongols, and unknown Asian tribes. My surprise is far outweighed by the joy of discovery and the sense of connection I now proudly feel to my Flora ancestors.
C. Flora