The Hundt Surname: A Memoir of my Genetic Journey with iGENEA DNA Test
Family name Hundt
Taking an iGENEA DNA test transformed my perception of my family identity and sowed a newfound sense of belonging and understanding. Beyond mere curiosity, the test findings tangibly connected me to the Hundt lineage - a revelation that has deepened my understanding of who I am and where I come from.
When I opened my iGENEA DNA results, I embarked on a fascinating journey uncovering layers of my family history, revolving around the surname Hundt. The emotions were a mix of excitement and anticipation, a sentiment I feel encapsulates the entire process - from swabbing my cheek to interpreting the results.
The DNA test revealed that the Hundt lineage is deeply ingrained in Central Europe. My haplogroups - both Y-DNA, inherited from my father, and mitochondrial DNA, inherited from my mother - displayed a strong genetic trace to Germanic people. This provides a tangible genetic link, echoing stories told by my grandparents about our Brown-Swiss cattle farming ancestors living in the valleys of Central Europe.
Moreover, the surname Hundt, which possibly derives from 'Hund', meaning dog in German, suggests that my ancestors might have been dog breeders or hunters in that region. This coupled with my genetic results has brought an enriched understanding of why our family has always gravitated towards rural lifestyles and why animal welfare was (and has remained) central to us over generations.
The test has compelled a more profound appreciation and interrogative scrutinization for my lineage. While initially, Hundt was just a surname, it now for me, retains a historical context, a cultural identity, and a biological testament to centuries of far-flung family living across Central Europe.
In terms of my personal identity, the iGENEA results provide a concrete, irrefutable facet of who I am. I carry with me the coded histories of the Hundt family, their existence, traditions, professions, and migrations - it's like holding a tangible connection to the phenomenal continuum of humanity.
S. Hundt