Discovering the Rural Charm and Ancient Legacies: My Crabtree Roots through iGENEA's DNA Analysis
Family name Crabtree
Embarking on a journey with iGENEA, I discovered the rich history and origins of my family name, Crabtree. Tracing my roots back to the British Isles, the DNA analysis dramatically expanded my understanding of my familial roots, bringing cohesion to my identity and connecting me to distant relatives.
My journey with iGENEA took me down an unexpected path, tracing my roots to an era and a civilization far removed from my current reality. Being of a Crabtree family descent, I've always been curious about the origins and the history of my family name, a curiosity that iGENEA satiated.
The DNA analysis process began with a user-friendly kit that required a quick mouth swab. It was straightforward to use, and in no time, I'd sent it back. The wait for the results was admittedly filled with nagging anticipation, like a child on Christmas Eve.
When the results arrived, they exceeded every expectation I had. It turns out that my family name of Crabtree has deep, historical roots originating from the British Isles. Rather than being a more modern name, Crabtree is indeed ancient, with a rich and varied history that linked me to a past I had only encountered in history books.
The DNA analysis even revealed which specific area of the British Isles my ancestors hailed from. It traced my lineage back to North West England, specifically the counties of Lancashire and Yorkshire. Going back many generations, it appears significant numbers of people named Crabtree lived and thrived in those regions.
Not only did iGENEA help me track the geographical origins of my surname, but it also provided historical context. The name Crabtree is derived from either a location suffix or a medieval nickname, with 'crabbe' referring to a crab-like personality or a dweller by a crab-apple tree. This added a unique flavor to my previously surface-level understanding of my family name.
The Crabtree patriarchs who started this lineage were likely imposing figures with a sense of humor and a proximity to crab-apple trees. Somehow, knowing this made me feel more connected to them and understanding their lifestyle, bringing a new cohesion to my identity.
Lastly, iGENEA connected me with distant relatives, Crabtrees scattered across the globe, sharing the same genetic markers. It was astonishing, knowing that a part of me is also a part of someone else, miles away, a stranger yet a relative.
In conclusion, my experience with iGENEA was exceptional. Not only did it provide significant insights into my family history, but it also expanded my understanding of the world and my place in it. The DNA analysis stirred a deeper appreciation for my Crabtree roots, as it intricately wove a narrative of resilience, humor, and survival from centuries ago into my modern existence.
W. Crabtree