Discovering Roots and Connecting Branches: A Personal Journey with iGENEA DNA Test
Family name Metcalf
Embarking on a personal journey through time using the iGENEA DNA test allowed me to explore my familial roots, understand the origin and history of my surname ‘Metcalf’, and even connect with people from the Metcalf clan across the globe.
My exploration of my familial lineage through the iGENEA DNA test was both enlightening and exciting. I was drawn to take the test out of a curiosity to unravel some of the mystery surrounding my surname, Metcalf. Like many others, I began this genetic detective work with little knowledge of my family roots beyond a few generations, aware that beneath the surface of one's name often lies an ocean of untapped history.
The iGENEA DNA test turned out to be a wealth of information. I began to understand the historical migration patterns of my forebears, and the test pieced together the origins of ‘Metcalf’ in a way I couldn't even fathom before. It revealed that 'Metcalf' stems from the Old English words, 'mete' and 'cealf' which mean 'meat' and 'calf' respectively. Essentially, the name referred to a butcher or someone raising meat calves in historical Britain, around the 8th century.
What I found even more revealing was the connection this profession and historic migratory patterns had with my familial haplogroups, further enriching my knowledge of my heritage. It was as if a piece of personal history, lying dormant for ages, was finally illuminated.
The bonus of the iGENEA DNA test is its global DNA database, which links you to potential relatives. This feature opens up avenues of communication with individuals who share the surname Metcalf globally. I have managed to connect with a few Metcalfs, and it has been an enriching experience. It's almost like finding distant relatives you never knew you had and sharing common threads of stories and personal histories. It has certainly added an extra layer of depth to my understanding of solidarity and kinship.
In conclusion, the iGENEA DNA test has been a vast repository of surprises. It has not only explained my surname 'Metcalf' in a historical and cultural context but also offered connections to people worldwide sharing the same name. It has been truly enlightening to discover such a profound sense of personal heritage and global connection rolled into one.
M. Metcalf