iGENEA DNA Test: Uncovering Ancient Roots and Redefining the McBride Identity
Family name McBride
Peeling back the curtain to my lineage through the iGENEA DNA test has reshaped my understanding of the surname McBride and my familial identity. The connection to the ancient Celts of Ireland and the deeper significance of the moniker – a testament to an exalted Celtic goddess – has transformed my perception of my identity and its intrinsic values swirling around resilience, creativity and intellectualism.
Ever since I undertook the iGENEA DNA test, I have experienced an unparalleled sense of enigma and self-identification, which has drastically reshaped my perspective on the surname McBride and my overall family identity. The experience has been a deep, rich, and at times astonishing journey into the echelons of my lineage, yielding unexpected and profound revelations.
One of the first things the iGENEA DNA test revealed was my direct connection to the ancient Celts from Ireland. This discovery was intensely riveting not only because I didn’t expect it but also because it was like being handed a piece of my history I was never aware existed. I had always identified as a proud bearer of the name McBride, but knowing now that it links back to this rich history makes it feel even more remarkable.
What's more, is that I learned that the name McBride has its roots in the Gaelic Mac Brighde, which translates to 'son of Brighid'. Brighid was an exalted Celtic goddess, revered in Irish mythology as the deity of wisdom, poetry, healing, and smithcraft. She represents the strength, creativity, and resilience that I now know is embedded in my pedigree, inextricably binding me to a lineage of intellect and indomitable spirit.
The results led me on a fascinating exploration. I began tracing the paths my ancestors might have traversed, appreciating their struggles and achievements. I felt a profound connection with them, understanding how their lives had subtly yet significantly shaped mine, lending a deeper meaning to the surname McBride. I carry not just a name now - but a personal testament of the rich past, persevering through numerous generations.
The test also revealed paternal linkage to certain regions of Europe; I am a part of a broader tapestry of human migration and settlement. This forged a wider bond, not just with the surnames scattered across geographical expanse, but with the broader human family. It amplified my feeling of being a part of something greater than myself.
The revelation from my iGENEA DNA test has redefined my sense of identity. I feel more rooted, not just as a McBride, but as a dynamic part of a universal human story. I am not just carrying a surname now, I am a living legacy of ancient wisdom, resilience and a rich, precious heritage.
L. McBride