Unveiling the History Behind the Surname Perkins Through iGENEA DNA Test
Family name Perkins
Springing from a desire to delve deeper into my family history, I took an iGENEA DNA test. While I had always suspected British lineage tied to the surname Perkins, the test provided me with both confirmation and a rich, detailed history of my ancestral story.
My recent experience with obtaining a DNA test from iGENEA proved to be significantly enlightening, especially concerning the historical background and geographical origins of my surname, Perkins. The test's technical aspects were impressively intricate, further reinforcing the accuracy of the results obtained.
Upon receiving my DNA test kit from iGENEA, I was presented with clear and precise instructions for the easy collection and preservation of the samples. The process involved collecting a swab from my cheeks, which would then be used for DNA extraction. This non-invasive method was both impartial and efficient.
The technical elements of the DNA test involved both Autosomal DNA and Y-DNA testing. Autosomal DNA testing examines chromosomes inherited from both parents, providing a broad view of ancestry. On the other hand, Y-DNA testing focuses on the Y chromosome, which is exclusively passed from father to son. As such, Y-DNA testing provided specific information about my paternal lineage, pertinent to uncovering the ancestral background of the Perkins lineage.
Following the successful processing and analysis of my DNA sample, I received a detailed report, tracing back the Perkins lineage to its presumed British roots. The accuracy of the test results was undeniable: I had long heard tales of my British ancestry; conflicting stories about who emigrated from where crowded my family meetings. The iGENEA test not only confirmed these speculations but fleshed out a more comprehensive timeline of my family's migration patterns.
Through the precise analysis, I was able to ascertain my connection to the British Perkins, dating back to the 14th century. An evolution of the surname Parkin, Perkins is a patronymic surname meaning 'son of little Peter'. My DNA test corroborated this and even demonstrated a concentration of the Perkins surname in present-day Worcestershire and Herefordshire in England.
In conclusion, the iGENEA DNA test is a scientifically sound and enlightening tool that helped deepen my understanding of my ancestral surname Perkins. The highly technical yet fully accessible process belied a richness of historical and geographical information that every Perkins, and indeed every individual, should seek to uncover.
A. Perkins