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Historical Populations V2

Explore your historical population signals.

Compare your DNA with historical reference populations spanning the Common Era. The report presents statistical genetic similarity, not proof of genealogy, ethnicity, nationality, or identity.

One-time payment 26.00€ Lifetime access. No subscription.
  • GDPR aligned
  • Private by default
  • 40+ reference populations
Results preview

A focused results lens.

Start with the strongest model signals, then open the population context and interpretation notes that explain them.

Illustrative report preview

Example similarity profile

Common Era

Representative percentages only. This is not a customer result.

  1. 01Italian reference population20.0%
  2. 02Balkan reference population15.0%
  3. 03French and German reference population15.0%
  4. 04Iberian reference population10.0%
  5. 05Scandinavian reference population5.0%
Search and compare

Ranked result list

Review meaningful signals first, then search the complete set of displayed reference populations.

Read proportionally

Signal bands

Visual bands help separate larger model components from values that need more cautious interpretation.

Open the context

Population dossiers

Each available dossier describes the reference group, time period, geography, and limitations.

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Interactive atlas

Place reference populations on the map.

Browse the public geographic reference layer used for orientation. The atlas is context for reference samples, not a map of individual migration paths.

Geographic orientation

See the approximate region associated with each available reference population.

Direct exploration

Pan, zoom, and select map features to open concise reference labels.

Genetic data stays separate

Map requests do not include your DNA results, sample identifier, or account details.

Reference locations are approximate and should not be interpreted as precise boundaries.

Historical reference layerLoading atlas…
Historical context

Context tied to the displayed results.

The report connects available reference-population dossiers to a curated timeline without implying that a person participated in a particular event.

Examples only. The live report shows historical material attached to reference populations present in the result.

27 BCE–476 CE
Mediterranean context

Roman-era mobility

Trade, military service, urbanization, and political change connected communities across the Roman world.

130 BCE–1453 CE
Eurasian context

Silk Road exchanges

Overlapping routes supported long-distance movement of goods, ideas, and people across multiple regions and periods.

1800–1950 CE
Recent historical context

Industrial-era migration

Economic and political change reshaped population movement within Europe and across the Atlantic world.

Method and guidance

Interpret the model before interpreting the number.

The V2 report keeps limitations visible alongside the results, atlas, and optional guidance.

Similarity, not lineage

A result is a statistical comparison with a reference panel, not proof of a family-tree relationship.

Thresholds guide reading

Larger values usually deserve more attention; small signals remain sensitive to overlap and model fit.

Culture is not encoded

Language, nationality, community membership, and cultural identity cannot be assigned by a genetic model.

Results can evolve

Reference coverage and analytical methods can change as research and the report framework improve.

How the report is produced

Your compatible DNA data is compared with the report's historical reference framework. The model estimates relative component similarities, ranks visible signals, and links available population context to the displayed result.

Percentages are conditional on this model and should be compared with other evidence when exploring family history. They are not a genealogical record or an identity test.

Optional AI guidance

Ask about the result already on screen.

Use guided prompts to clarify terminology, compare broad patterns, or review limitations. AI responses are informational and do not establish genealogy, identity, or medical conclusions.

Get the Report

Explore your historical population similarities.

A focused comparison with historical reference populations, presented with context and clear limitations.

Historical Population Origins Report 26.00€ One-time payment - Lifetime access
Common Era context from 0 to 2000 CE
40+ historical reference populations
Ranked genetic-similarity results
Interactive reference atlas
Result-specific historical context
Methodology and interpretation guidance
Optional AI-guided explanation
Lifetime report access

Statistical comparison for historical context, not identity assignment.

Secure payment · GDPR compliant · Your data stays yours

Before you begin

Frequently asked questions.

Key details about interpretation, compatible files, timing, access, and privacy.

What does a historical population result mean?

A result measures statistical genetic similarity to a historical reference population within this model. It does not prove descent from a named group, assign ethnicity or nationality, or establish personal identity.

How is this different from a modern population report?

Historical reference panels are organized around samples and population contexts from the Common Era. Modern reports compare against present-day reference groups. Each framework answers a different statistical comparison question.

How should I interpret small percentages?

Small values should be treated as tentative. They can reflect overlap between related reference populations, limited reference coverage, model fit, or statistical noise rather than a distinct genealogical connection.

What DNA file formats are supported?

DNA Genics accepts supported raw DNA files from major testing companies, including 23andMe, AncestryDNA, MyHeritage, FamilyTreeDNA, Living DNA, and supported whole genome sequencing formats.

How long does processing take?

If a compatible DNA file is already uploaded, results are typically prepared within 2 to 24 hours. An email notification is sent when processing finishes.

How is my data handled?

Your report is private by default and your account provides controls for managing and deleting stored data. The interactive map sends no genetic results, sample identifiers, or account details to the map-tile provider.

What does lifetime access include?

The purchase provides ongoing access to the report in your account without a subscription. Results may be recalculated when the underlying reference framework or report method is updated.