Unearthing My Past: Genetic Insights from an iGENEA DNA Test and the Origins of the Hauser Surname
Family name Hauser
Through my iGENEA DNA Test, I discovered impressive genetic insights into the ancient origins of the Hauser surname. The findings marked me as a descendant of house builders or occupants from Germany, linked me with regions in Western and Central Europe, and revealed connections to the R1b and H haplogroups, which are common in Western Europe and the Near East respectively.
Hauser, as it turns out, is a surname of ancient German origins. Specifically, it was once used to describe a builder or a resident of houses. My DNA sample showed strong ties to this heritage, marking me as a descendant of the individuals who once built houses and settled communities all those centuries ago.
Furthermore, my test results showed a remarkable genetic relationship with various European subpopulations. The data suggested a strong genetic connection to Western and Central Europe. Ancestral patterns emerged that indicated a significant link to regions in modern- day Germany, Switzerland, and France.
In addition to geographical insights, my test also revealed interesting details about my Y-DNA haplogroups. My lineage is linked to the R1b haplogroup, the most common in Western Europe. This ties me to the history of the Celts, a group of people who spread across Europe during the Iron Age.
My mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) showcased a link to the H haplogroup, commonly found in Europe and the Near East, which traces back to a woman from the Near East or Caucasus who lived around 20,000 years ago, known as the ‘mother’ of this group.
Interestingly, my DNA sample also showed signs of admixture, which indicates periods of migration and intermingling in my ancient past. This diversity suggests that my ancestors were true adventurers, not limited by geographical boundaries.
Overall, these findings present a fascinating narrative about the origins of the Hauser surname, and by extension, my family’s rich history.
V. Hauser