Exploring my Celtic Roots and Connecting with the Peel Clan: My iGENEA DNA Test Journey
Family name Peel
Discover the exciting journey of using the iGENEA DNA test to uncover the origins of the Peel surname, trace back to ancient Celtic roots, and connect with distant relatives sharing the same heritage and surname across the globe.
Participating in the iGENEA DNA test has been quite an enlightening and exciting journey for me. My curiosity about my distant relatives and my ancestral roots was piqued by the possibility of finding links beyond what genealogical papers could reveal. The test was straightforward and convenient to undertake. The kit arrived promptly, and the collection procedure was simple and hassle-free. After sending it back, I awaited the result with bated breath, eager to unlock the biological history coded in my DNA.
When the results came in, they revealed more than what I had initially hoped. I discovered, with fascination, that my Peel surname traces back to Celtic roots. The results showed that my ancestors were part of the ancient and noble Celtic clan based in the North of England before their migration to other parts of the globe. I was thrilled to obtain these insights because it offered a sense of connection and belonging to a heritage that existed centuries ago.
What was even more exciting was the connection I was able to establish with other people bearing the Peel surname via iGENEA's DNA database. The option to connect with potential relatives globally was a brilliant feature. I managed to get in touch with several individuals from different parts of the world who share the same DNA strand and the Peel surname. It felt surreal to know there were distant relatives whom we shared a common ancestor with, even though we lived miles apart! Conversations and sharing history with them added a profound depth to my understanding of my lineage. It was also quite surreal and fun to note the similarities we all had in spite of different geographical locations and cultures.
In summary, my experience with the iGENEA DNA test has been profoundly enlightening. I have walked away with a greater sense of belonging and an enriched understanding of my lineage. The discovery of my Celtic roots and the connection I've made with others bearing the Peel surname has been a profound source of camaraderie and shared history. I will highly recommend this test to anyone interested in understanding their ancestry and connecting more deeply with their roots.
I. Peel