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Barnard History Early Origins Early History Spelling Variations Early Notables World Ranking

United States Canada Australia New Zealand West Indies

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Barnard History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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The surname Barnard is derived from the French personal name Bernard, making this surname a patronym, or derived from the name of a parent or other ancestor. This type of surname belongs to the category of surnames, known as hereditary surnames. Patronymic surnames arose out of the vernacular and religious given name traditions. The vernacular or regional naming tradition is the oldest and most pervasive type of patronymic surname. According to this custom, names were originally composed of vocabulary elements from the local language. Vernacular names that were derived from ancient Germanic personal names have cognates in most European languages. For example, the court of Charlemagne (742-814) was Christian and Latin-speaking, but the Frankish dialect of Old German was commonly used for personal names. Vernacular names were widespread throughout Normandy. Accordingly, many typical English and French names are in fact, originally of Germanic origin. In some cases the exact same name appears in many other European countries. The personal name Bernard is derived from the Germanic name Bernhard, which is composed of the Old German elements bern, which meant bear, and hard, which meant hard or strong. The personal name therefore meant "as strong as a bear."

Early Origins of the Barnard family

The surname Barnard was first found in Provence, where the family has held a family seat since very early times.

Bernard (fl. 1093), of Neufmarché (de Novo-mercatii), "often called in English 'of Newmarch,' was the son of Geoffrey, son of Thurcytel, Lord of Neufmarché by the forest of Lions, and of Ada, daughter of Richard of Hugleville, famous for his faithfulness to his duke, William, in the war of Arques, and a grandson of Richard the Good by his daughter Papia. Bernard emigrated to England with the Conqueror, and his name appears as a witness to two charters granted by William to his abbey of Battle. " 1

However, not all of the family moved to England. By the 16th century this ancient family was well established and several members of this remarkable family were distinctive through their active contributions to the King, country, and fellowman and therefore were rewarded with lands, titles, and letters patent confirming their nobility.

Among these distinguished members was M. Bernard of Feissal who, in recognition of his achievement, both politically and culturally, acquired the title of Lord of the Tour Saint-Vincent.

Descending from the original line of Provence were several impressive members who received their letters of nobility, and their descendants maintained their noble status in 1668. Claude Bernard, 1813-1878 was a famous professor of Collége de France, wrote "Introduction to the study of experimental Medicine".

Participating extensively in the affairs of his community, Charles Bernard became a Counsellor at the Court of Aix and acknowledging his capabilities he was made the Leader of the Barristers of Nice from 1845 to 1915. In 1901 in recognition of all his impressive accomplishments Bernard was granted the title of a Roman Count.

Jean Bernard, born in 1638, son of Jean and Catherine (née Fauden), travelled from Tionville, Germany to New France in 1663. He settled on a farm in île d'Orléans, Quebec where he worked as a farmer and a wagon maker. He married Marie de Bure, daughter of Vincent and Suzanne (née Golin), in Quebec and on 27th December 1666. In February 1698, Jean was found dead from hypothermia on Saint-Pierre Lake. 2

Early History of the Barnard family

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Barnard Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Bernard, Bernerd, Bernat, Bernarde, Barnard, Bairnard, Burnard, Bernaurd and many more.

Early Notables of the Barnard family

Notable amongst the names at this time was Jacques-Samuel Bernard (1615-1687), a French miniature painter and engraver; Samuel Bernard (1651-1739), a financier, loaned money to Louis XIV and Louis XV; Jacques Bernard...
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Barnard World Ranking

In the United States, the name Barnard is the 1,355^th most popular surname with an estimated 22,383 people with that name. 3 However, in the United Kingdom, the name Barnard is ranked the 638^th most popular surname with an estimated 10,304 people with that name. 4 And in South Africa, the name Barnard is the 169^th popular surname with an estimated 37,329 people with that name. 5

Barnard migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Barnard Settlers in United States in the 17th Century

William Barnard, aged 21, who landed in Virginia in 1622 aboard the ship "Furtherance" 6
John Barnard, who arrived in Boston, Massachusetts in 1630 6
Richard Barnard, aged 24, who arrived in New York in 1633 6
John Barnard, who landed in Cambridge, Massachusetts in 1634 6
Massachel Barnard, who landed in Weymouth, Massachusetts in 1637 6
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Barnard Settlers in United States in the 18th Century

Sarah Barnard, who landed in Virginia in 1719 6
Thomas Barnard who arrived in Connecticut in 1724
Daniel Barnard, who settled in Maryland in 1732
John Barnard, who arrived in New Hampshire in 1740
Francois Barnard, who arrived in Mobile, Ala in 1764 6
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Barnard Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Catherine Barnard, who arrived in Philadelphia in 1819
Benjamin Barnard, who settled in New York in 1820
Gen. Barnard, who landed in Mobile, Ala in 1822 6
M G Barnard, who landed in San Francisco, California in 1850 6
Nathaniel Barnard, who landed in San Francisco, California in 1850 6
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Barnard migration to Canada +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Barnard Settlers in Canada in the 18th Century

Matthew Barnard, who arrived in Nova Scotia in 1749
Mrs. Barnard, who arrived in Nova Scotia in 1750
Mathew Barnard, who landed in Nova Scotia in 1750
Mr. Alexander Barnard U.E. who settled in Eastern District [Cornwall], Ontario c. 1783 7
Mr. James Barnard U.E. who settled in New Brunswick c. 1783 he was a member of the Cape Ann Association 7
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Barnard migration to Australia +

Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include:

Barnard Settlers in Australia in the 18th Century

Mr. Richard Barnard, English convict who was convicted in Sussex, England for 7 years, transported aboard the "Barwell" in September 1797, arriving in New South Wales, Australia 8

Barnard Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century

William Barnard, English convict from York, who was transported aboard the "Andromeda" on October 16, 1826, settling in Van Diemen's Land, Australia 9
John Ewing Barnard, who arrived in Kangaroo Bay aboard the ship "Tam O'Shanter" in 1836 10
Miss Mary Ann Barnard, English Convict who was convicted in Westminster, London, England for 7 years, transported aboard the "Atwick" on 28 September 1837, arriving in Tasmania (Van Diemen's Land) 11
Miss Mary Ann Barnard, English Convict who was convicted in Bideford, Devon, England for 7 years, transported aboard the "Atwick" on 28 September 1837, arriving in Tasmania (Van Diemen's Land) 11
Mrs. Mary Ann Barnard, (b. 1818), aged 19 born in Helston, Cornwall, UK convicted in Devon on 3rd July 1837, sentenced for 7 years for stealing a watch, transported aboard the ship "Atwick" in 1838 to Van Diemen's Land, Tasmania, Australia 12
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Barnard migration to New Zealand +

Emigration to New Zealand followed in the footsteps of the European explorers, such as Captain Cook (1769-70): first came sealers, whalers, missionaries, and traders. By 1838, the British New Zealand Company had begun buying land from the Maori tribes, and selling it to settlers, and, after the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840, many British families set out on the arduous six month journey from Britain to Aotearoa to start a new life. Early immigrants include:

Barnard Settlers in New Zealand in the 19th Century

Alfred Barnard, who landed in Nelson, New Zealand in 1840
Mr. James Barnard, (b. 1813), aged 26, British settler travelling from London aboard the ship "Oriental" arriving in Port Nicholson, Wellington, New Zealand on 31st January 1840 13
Mrs. Barnard, (b. 1812), aged 27, British settler travelling from London aboard the ship "Oriental" arriving in Port Nicholson, Wellington, New Zealand on 31st January 1840 13
Alfred Barnard, aged 23, a plumber, who arrived in Nelson, New Zealand aboard the ship "London" in 1842
Clara Elizabeth Barnard, aged 22, who arrived in Nelson, New Zealand aboard the ship "London" in 1842
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Barnard migration to West Indies +

The British first settled the British West Indies around 1604. They made many attempts but failed in some to establish settlements on the Islands including Saint Lucia and Grenada. By 1627 they had managed to establish settlements on St. Kitts (St. Christopher) and Barbados, but by 1641 the Spanish had moved in and destroyed some of these including those at Providence Island. The British continued to expand the settlements including setting the First Federation in the British West Indies by 1674; some of the islands include Barbados, Bermuda, Cayman Island, Turks and Caicos, Jamaica and Belize then known as British Honduras. By the 1960's many of the islands became independent after the West Indies Federation which existed from 1958 to 1962 failed due to internal political conflicts. After this a number of Eastern Caribbean islands formed a free association. 14

Barnard Settlers in West Indies in the 17th Century

Mr. Richard Barnard, (b. 1611), aged 23, British settler travelling from Gravesend, UK aboard the ship "Hopewell" arriving in Barbados on 17th February 1634 6
George Barnard, who landed in Barbados in 1663 6

Contemporary Notables of the name Barnard (post 1700) +

Druie Douglas Barnard Jr. (1922-2018), American politician, Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Georgia (1977-1993)
Alfred James Barnard (b. 1920), American chemist and director of Analytical Services of T. J. Baker Chemical Co
Frederick Augustus Porter Barnard (1809-1889), American scientist & educator
Henry Barnard (1811-1900), American jurist, educator and politician
George Grey Barnard (1863-1938), American sculptor
Edward Emerson Barnard (1857-1923), American astronomer
Lloyd G. Barnard, American fighter pilot and flying ace in the U.S. Navy, during World War II, credited with 8 aerial victories
Robert Graeme "Bob" Barnard AM (1933-2022), Australian trumpet and cornet player who was nominated for the 1996 ARIA Award for Best Jazz Album with his album Live At The Sydney Opera House
Hon. Lance Herbert Barnard (1919-1997), Australian politician, Deputy Prime Minister of Australia
Thomas Barnard (1728-1806), Irish Bishop of Limerick, the eldest son of Dr. William Barnard, Bishop of Derry 15
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The Barnard Motto +

The motto was originally a war cry or slogan. Mottoes first began to be shown with arms in the 14th and 15th centuries, but were not in general use until the 17th century. Thus the oldest coats of arms generally do not include a motto. Mottoes seldom form part of the grant of arms: Under most heraldic authorities, a motto is an optional component of the coat of arms, and can be added to or changed at will; many families have chosen not to display a motto.

Motto: Fortitudo and mansuetudo
Motto Translation: The strength and gentleness

Citations +

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"UK surname ranking." UK Surname map, https://www.surnamemap.eu/unitedkingdom/surnames_ranking.php?p=10
"Most Common Last Names in South Africa." Forebears, https://forebears.io/south-africa/surnames
Filby, P. William, Meyer, Mary K., Passenger and immigration lists index : a guide to published arrival records of about 500,000 passengers who came to the United States and Canada in the seventeenth, eighteenth, and nineteenth centuries. 1982-1985 Cumulated Supplements in Four Volumes Detroit, Mich. : Gale Research Co., 1985, Print (ISBN 0-8103-1795-8)
Rubincam, Milton. The Old United Empire Loyalists List. Genealogical Publishing Co., Inc, 1976. (Originally published as; United Empire Loyalists. The Centennial of the Settlement of Upper Canada. Rose Publishing Company, 1885.) ISBN 0-8063-0331-X
Convict Records Voyages to Australia (Retrieved 29th September 2020). Retrieved from https://convictrecords.com.au/ships/barwell
State Library of Queensland. (Retrieved 2016, October 27) Andromeda voyage to Van Diemen's Land, Australia in 1826 with 147 passengers. Retrieved from http://www.convictrecords.com.au/ships/andromeda/1826
State Records of South Australia. (Retrieved 2010, November 5) TAM O'SHANTER - 1836. Retrieved from http://www.slsa.sa.gov.au/BSA/1836TamOShanter.htm
Convict Records of Australia. Retreived 23rd August 2020 from https://convictrecords.com.au/ships/atwick
Cornwall Online Parish Clerks. (Retrieved 30th May 2018). Retrieved from http://www.opc-cornwall.org/Resc/pdfs/tasmanian_convicts_cornish.pdf
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_West_Indies
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