Global Ancestry K24
**Global Ancestry K24 — 24-population autosomal admixture calculator** Get a clear, modern breakdown of your ancestry across 24 regional reference groups covering Africa, Europe, Asia, Oceania and the Americas. Ideal for genealogists, adoptees and curious explorers, it delivers percent-based regional profiles, highlights diaspora components (e.g., European Jewish, Near East), and puts genetic signals into historical context. Interpret as probabilistic estimates and pair with records for best re
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Comprehensive information about this admixture calculator
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Reference Populations
The populations used as genetic references in this calculator
24 Reference Populations
Africa
Africa North: Berber, Moroccan
Populations indigenous to North Africa, including the Berbers known for their ancient presence in the region.Africa Southcentral Hunter Gatherers: Khoisan, San, Kung
Indigenous hunter-gatherer populations known for their unique click languages.Africa Southeastern Bantu: Xhosa, Zulu, Shona, Ndebele, Swazi, Venda
Bantu-speaking groups primarily living in southeastern Africa.Benin Togo: Fon, Ewe, Mina, Kabye, Aja
Ethnic groups originating from the regions of modern-day Benin and Togo.Cameroon Congo: Fang, Bantu, Pygmy, Mbere, Kongo, Luba
Diverse populations primarily from central Africa with rich cultural heritages.Ivory Coast Ghana: Akan, Baoule
Ethnic groups from the West African nations of Ivory Coast and Ghana.Nigeria: Yoruba, Hausa, Igbo
Major ethnic groups of Nigeria, each with distinct languages and cultures.Senegal: Wolof, Fula, Serer, Mandinka, Jola, Soninke
Prominent ethnic tribes in Senegal with deeply rooted histories in West Africa.
Asia
Asia Central: Uzbek, Kazakh, Turkmen, Tajik, Uighur, Kirghiz
Ethnically diverse groups inhabiting the Central Asian steppes and mountains.Asia East: Han Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, Mongolian, Tibetan
Major East Asian ethnicities with significant historical and cultural influence.Asia South: Sindhi, Punjabi, Bengali, Marathi, Gujarati, Tamil
Diverse South Asian ethnic groups representing major linguistic and cultural identities in the region.
Europe
Caucasus: Georgian, Armenian, Azerbaijan, Chechen, Ingush, Dagestani
Ethnic groups from the Caucasus region known for their complex history and languages.Europe East: Russian, Ukrainian, Belarusian, Polish
Eastern European populations with Slavic roots and shared historical backgrounds.Europe West: German, French, British
Core Western European nations with influential cultures and histories.European Jewish: Ashkenazi
Jewish diaspora primarily originating from Eastern and Central Europe.Finland Northwest Russia: Finnish, Russian
Ethnic groups in the intersections of Northern Europe and Northwest Russia.Great Britain: Southern English
Ethnic groups primarily from southern parts of England, with impact on global culture.Iberian Peninsula: Spanish, Portuguese, Basque
Ethnic groups from the Iberian Peninsula with diverse linguistic and cultural traditions.Ireland: Irish
Indigenous population of Ireland, rich in Celtic cultural heritage.Italy Greece: Italian, Greek, Albanian, Sicilian, Sardinian, Calabrian
Ethnic groups from Southern Europe known for their historical and cultural contributions.Scandinavia: Scandinavian, Norwegian, Swedish
Nordic ethnic groups known for their Viking heritage and modern social systems.
Americas
- Native American: Navajo, Cherokee, Creek
Indigenous peoples of North America with distinct cultures and histories.
Oceania
- Melanesia: Melanesian
Indigenous peoples of the Melanesian region with diverse cultures and languages.
Near East
- Near East: Armenian, Lebanese, Turkish, Kurdish, Persian
Populations from the Near East with rich cultural and historical significance.
Understanding Admixture Analysis
Learn how admixture calculators work and how to interpret your results
What is Admixture Analysis?
Admixture analysis is a method used to estimate your genetic ancestry by comparing your DNA to reference populations from around the world. Think of it as creating a recipe of your genetic makeup, where the ingredients are different ancestral populations.
This calculator uses 24 carefully selected modern populations as references, allowing for a detailed breakdown of your genetic heritage.
How It Works
- Your DNA is compared to 24 reference populations
- Modern populations are used as genetic references
- Results show your genetic similarity to these populations
- More accurate with a diverse reference panel
Understanding Your Results
Your results will show percentages of genetic similarity to these reference populations. Remember these important points:
- Results reflect genetic similarity, not direct ancestry
- Modern populations are used as references
- Percentages indicate relative genetic contribution
- Results are estimates based on available reference data