Unraveling the Past: A Fascinating Genetic Journey Into the Lawson Lineage with iGENEA DNA Tests
Family name Lawson
From unveiling the Anglo-Saxon origins of the surname Lawson to finding connections to distant lands like Norway, Denmark, and the Orkney Islands, my iGENEA DNA test was a revelatory voyage into my lineage. It presented a colorful mosaic of ancestral ties, tracing back to the Celts, the Iberian inhabitants, and the Vikings, spread across diverse geographical and cultural landscapes of Europe.
From the moment I received my iGENEA DNA test results, I was intrigued by the mysteries they promised to unveil; especially about my lineage associated with the surname Lawson. A deep dive into the results provided insights that carefully unraveled the layers of my heritage and genetic constitution.
The results revealed that the surname Lawson originated from English-speaking regions, primarily the Great Britain. It hinted towards a strong Viking influence, particularly from the regions of Norway and Denmark. Being of Lawson descent, I was fascinated to find such a thrilling Nordic connection in my genealogy.
In terms of haplogroup, my Y-DNA results tracked to R1b, which is the most common haplogroup in Western Europe. It further indicated a probable descent from the ancient Celts or the Iberian peninsula inhabitants before a migration to the British Isles. Meanwhile, my mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) belonged to haplogroup H – a rather prevalent group in Europe, which suggests a deep-rooted matrilineal European lineage.
The most intriguing discovery was a significant genetic match with individuals from the Orkney Islands. It elucidates that a part of my ancestry might have lived on those remote Scottish islands, possibly as Viking settlers.
Upon comparing my genetic markers with iGENEA's database, it was found that I share similarities with people from Scandinavian countries. While my genetic makeup does not lie strictly within one nation or 'race', my Lawson lineage has a rich and diverse history, drawn from varied geographical and cultural backgrounds, showing connections stretching across Europe - from the Iberian Peninsula, through the heart of the Celtic world, into the Norse lands, and reaching far-flung Orkney Islands.
This experience has been an enlightening journey into the past, truly bringing to life the phrase 'we are the history that lives within us'.
K. Lawson