name meaning
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The mysteries behind coats of arms and family crests
Coats of arms and family crests have fascinated people for centuries. Their bold colours, shields, animals, and symbols often raise questions about identity, ancestry, and history. Many people wonder whether their surname is linked to heraldry and what these designs truly mean. This guide explains the mysteries behind coats of arms and family crests, how…
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Does everyone have a family crest?
Does everyone have a family crest? Many people ask ‘does everyone have a family crest.’ The simple answer is no. Historically, coats of arms and crests were associated with specific individuals or family lines rather than every surname. However, many surnames do have historically recorded heraldic designs linked to early bearers of the name. This…
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Unearthing the Origin of Your Surname
Whether you’re a genealogy guru or family history fledgling, if you’re interested in your ancestral roots, unearthing the origin of your surname can be extremely illuminating. Whoever thought up the notion of surnames? We take it for granted that each of us has an assigned family name which forms part of our identity and rarely…
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Welcome to the new Hall of Names website
Our new website is finally live! We have been working hard in the past few months to put the new website together, and have created a ‘shop window’ which reflects the quality and range of the personalised gifts with coats of arms. We hope you like the changes we have made. So, here are…