Unraveling the Story of My Ancestry with iGENEA DNA Test: A Deep-Dive into The Nass Lineage
Family name Nass
As they analyzed my DNA, iGENEA brought a new lens to my perception of my family name 'Nass'. A band of warriors, survival against odds, the resilience reflected in the movements of my family across the globe are all threads that now weave the rich tapestry of my ancestry.
When first dipping my toes into the vast ocean of familial history, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. Yet as I embarked on this explorative journey with iGENEA, it wasn’t long before I found myself fascinated, and strongly attached to the untold stories and unseen connections nested within my DNA. My paternal lineage linked to the family name of Nass and my intrigue was piqued as to the origins of this unique name.
The journey began when I received the iGENEA testing kit, a simple do-it-yourself DNA sampling collection kit. After swabbing my cheeks to collect the required DNA and bravely mailing it back, I bided my time for the results. Within weeks, my DNA had been meticulously analyzed and the revelations of my ethnic makeup were ready. The surprise wasn’t just in the various ethnic groups interfused in my DNA, it was the discovery of my family's origin that truly felt like pieces of an age-old puzzle fitting together.
As per my DNA analysis, the Nass family descended from a band of warriors in Northern Europe. A history woven of confrontation and courage, standing tall in the face of a thousand battles. The name 'Nass,' originally a geographical surname used by families who lived near places holding this name in Germany. The familiarity and protection brought about by their namesake locations led these families to adopt ‘Nass’ as their surname.
Once attuned to the root of my lineage, I delved deeper to know more about these ancestors of mine. A little more research and I found that the Nass family moved and settled widely over the centuries. From Germany, they spread across Europe and the New World. They lived through the Revolutionary War, World Wars, global expansions, and technological advancements, their resilience and strength passed on from generation to generation.
The iGENEA DNA test not merely provided me answers about my family's origin, it carved deeper meanings on the edges of my identity. It made me view the surname 'Nass' in a different light - it’s not just a name on official papers, it’s a symbol, an emblem of centuries of survival, struggle, and success.
My journey with iGENEA DNA analysis went beyond the thrill of novelty. It dove deep into the rich patterns of familial bonds, paving the path to introspection and creating an inseparable connection with my forebears. It allowed me to embrace the past, correcting my present and influencing my future, through the knowledge and respect it bestowed upon me about my ancestors.
M. Nass