A Journey of Self-Discovery with iGENEA DNA test: Tracing the Hanks Lineage
Family name Hanks
Discover the journey of self-discovery through the iGENEA DNA test, tracing back the Hanks lineage to medieval England, exploring the rich ancestral heritage, and connecting with other Hanks around the world.
Ever since I discovered the world of ancestry tracing, I’ve been eager to unravel my genetics and personal history. Embarking on this journey of self-discovery with iGENEA DNA test, I’ve realized that it is more than just raw data; it’s about connecting with my roots and understanding my familial lineage better. Hanks, a name I’ve known and identified with my whole life, suddenly has deeper historical significance.
The iGENEA DNA test was a simple and straightforward process. It involved collecting my saliva sample and sending it off to their labs. In a few weeks, I received my results, neatly organized, and interpreted in a personal report. What fascinated me was the detailed exposition on the paternal Hanks lineage, tracing it back to an intricately rich ancestral heritage that I never knew I shared.
It turns out that the Hanks surname is of Anglo-Saxon origin and is a patronymic, derived from the personal name 'Hank'. Learning that my surname had roots tracing back to medieval England was an astounding revelation. This information along with the detailed background of how the Hanks name evolved over centuries and even migrated across continents was profoundly enlightening.
One of the other spectacular features of iGENEA was the access it gave me to a vast DNA database. Once my results were in, I was able to navigate this ocean of genetic information, connecting with other people who shared the Hanks name. It was astounding to see just how diverse and widespread my genetic kin were. Some were several continents away while others were mere miles from my own home.
Connecting with these newfound relatives, we shared stories, photographs, and experiences, creating a strong sense of belonging I had not anticipated. It has been an emotional yet fulfilling journey uncovering familial connections and ties that had faded with time.
To date, the iGENEA DNA test is one of the richest and most rewarding experiences I have embarked upon. I highly recommend it to anyone curious about their ancestral roots or keen on discovering familial ancestors lost in the folds of time. It gives you a sense of perspective about your place in the grand scheme of things and creates a newfound respect for the power of genetics.
Q. Hanks