DNA Testing Journey with iGENEA: Discovering the Unexpected Durbin Lineage
Family name Durbin
The DNA testing at iGENEA unlocked unexpected insights into the Durbin lineage, reshaping my understanding of my ancestors, and revealing the rich, diverse roots behind the Durbin name.
My journey with iGENEA's DNA testing revealed many surprises about my ancestors with the Durbin surname. The results were illuminating, unfolding hidden tales from my past, and reshaping my understanding of my own history. In the old family tales, our Durbins were always considered of English origin. However, the DNA results substantiated a fascinating revelation to these existing narratives - our Durbin roots stretch back to Basque Country between Spain and France. Calling this finding unexpected is a thorough understatement.
We connected the Durbins not just to the Basque people, but more specifically to the seafaring explorers known for their whaling missions. This scenario opens a new perspective to my ancestors' adventurous spirit, offering a plausible explanation as to how they might have ended up in the British Isles and eventually America. Subtle hints of a love for the sea, often echoed in the family, seemed to resonate more poignantly with this newfound knowledge.
Another intriguing insight came about from my maternal haplogroup, which trace back to a distant grandmother's lineage from the pre-historic era. It added another level to my roots, connoting that my ancestors were among the early settlers in Europe, who eventually migrated to other parts of the world. This knowledge helped me realize that the influence of my Durbin ancestors goes far beyond my immediate family lineage, having laid the foundation for a significant part of human history.
The interaction with my genetic past has ultimately brought a deep-seated transformation within me. Instead of seeing myself as part of a small family line with limited history, I now understand myself as part of a broader spectrum that extends to thousands of years in the past and several countries worldwide. The Durbin name, for me, no longer represents just an English identity. It now stands for versatility, adaptation, exploration, and rich cultural diversity. This journey, through my ancestral past, has not just enhanced my understanding of my Durbin roots. It has altered the way I perceive my own existence.
G. Durbin