Show ContentsAyler History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

Ayler is an ancient Anglo-Saxon name that is derived from the name Alard, which is an abbreviated form of the personal name Adelard.

Early Origins of the Ayler family

The surname Ayler was first found in Hampshire, where they held a family seat from very early times.

Early History of the Ayler family

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Ayler Spelling Variations

Ayler has been spelled many different ways. Before English spelling became standardized over the last few hundred years, spelling variations in names were a common occurrence. As the English language changed in the Middle Ages, absorbing pieces of Latin and French, as well as other languages, the spelling of people's names also changed considerably, even over a single lifetime. Many variations of the name Ayler have been found, including Haylard, Haylord, Highlord, Aylearde, Hayllar, Hayler, Ayler and many more.

Early Notables of the Ayler family

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United States Ayler migration to the United States +

In an attempt to escape the chaos experienced in England, many English families boarded overcrowded and diseased ships sailing for the shores of North America and other British colonies. Those families hardy enough, and lucky enough, to make the passage intact were rewarded with land and a social environment less prone to religious and political persecution. Many of these families became important contributors to the young colonies in which they settled. Early immigration and passenger lists have documented some of the first Aylers to arrive on North American shores:

Ayler Settlers in United States in the 17th Century
  • Arthur and Edward Ayler to Virginia in 1669


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