Discovering My Family History Through iGENEA DNA Analysis: A Personal Journey into the 'Hogg' Surname
Family name Hogg
Engaging with iGENEA for a DNA analysis, I embarked on a deeply insightful journey into my family roots with a specific focus on my surname 'Hogg'. The results unveiled geographical origins, historical ties, a likely occupational past, and a diverse migration pattern. The voyage connected me with history in a personal way, sparking a newfound appreciation for my lineage.
As a person with a keen interest in tracing my past, I undertook a DNA analysis at iGENEA to delve into my family name, 'Hogg', and find out more about my ancestors. The DNA test seemed like a personal voyage of discovery, one that gave clarity about my roots and widened my lens of understanding toward my family history.
To say the experience was enlightening would be an understatement. Upon receiving the results, my initial sense of anticipation quickly turned into a profound fascination. It was revealed that the surname 'Hogg' concentrated primarily in the British Isles, specifically Scotland, confirming folklore that had been passed down in my family from generations.
The results also unveiled more deep-rooted specifics, it indicated that the surname 'Hogg' is an occupational name, likely derived from the Middle English word 'hogg', which means 'young sheep'. Fascinatingly, this introduced the idea that my ancestors may have been shepherds or worked closely with livestock.
In addition, the DNA analysis confirmed several layers of migration in my lineage. The primary concentration of the 'Hogg' surname does coincide with the location of my immediate ancestors; however, I discovered ancestral hints that extended beyond the British Isles. The results revealed markers shared with specimens from Scandinavian regions and Northern France, pointing towards potential Viking and Norman heritage.
Moreover, the iGENEA result also traced my lineage through the paternal line, besides shedding light on the maternal route, an aspect I was deeply curious about. The traces of my maternal ancestry led to a path different from the paternal one, marking its course through Central and Eastern Europe.
I was not just learning about geographical regions here, but historical events too. The movement of my ancestors often correlated with significant historical happenings. It made history feel more personal and relevant.
The iGENEA DNA analysis expanded my understanding of the circumstances that shaped the lives of my ancestors, circumstances that indirectly have shaped mine today. The history surrounding the 'Hogg' surname now has more depth and context, which has made me more appreciative of my heritage. This experience has transformed the way I perceive myself and my place in the world's extensive timeline.
I. Hogg