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![Show Contents]() Coulombe History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Coulombe is one of the names derived from the families of the ancient Dalriadan clans of Scotland. It is derived from the Scottish name MacCallum, which means "the son of the gillie of Callum." However, the full form of the name was used until the 17th century. The Callums were an import branch of the Clan McLeod of Raasay. Early Origins of the Coulombe familyThe surname Coulombe was first found in Argyllshire (Gaelic erra Ghaidheal), the region of western Scotland corresponding roughly with the ancient Kingdom of Dál Riata, in the Strathclyde region of Scotland, now part of the Council Area of Argyll and Bute, where they held a family seat from very early times. Early History of the Coulombe familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Coulombe research. Another 126 words (9 lines of text) covering the year 1636 is included under the topic Early Coulombe History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Coulombe Spelling VariationsSpelling in the medieval era was a highly imprecise process. Translation, particularly from Gaelic to English, was little better. For these reasons, early Scottish names are rife with spelling variations. In various documents Coulombe has been spelled Callum, MacColum, MacCallum, Colum, Callam, Callem, Calam and many more. Early Notables of the Coulombe familyMore information is included under the topic Early Coulombe Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Coulombe World RankingIn the United States, the name Coulombe is the 6,878th most popular surname with an estimated 4,974 people with that name. 1 However, in Canada, the name Coulombe is ranked the 430th most popular surname with an estimated 10,969 people with that name. 2 And in Quebec, Canada, the name Coulombe is the 158th popular surname. 3  Migration of the Coulombe family to Ireland
Some of the Coulombe family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt.
Another 32 words (2 lines of text) about their life in Ireland is included in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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The hardy Scots who made the crossing settled all along the east coast of North America and in the great west that was just then opening up. At the time of the American War of Independence, many United Empire Loyalists moved north from the American colonies to Canada. Scottish national heritage became better known in North America in the 20th century through highland games and other patriotic events. An examination of immigration records and passenger ship lists revealed that people bearing the name Coulombe arrived in North America very early:
Coulombe Settlers in United States in the 20th Century- Louis Philippe Coulombe, aged 20, who landed in America from Paris, in 1903
- Joseph Coulombe, aged 25, who immigrated to America, in 1909
- Virginie Coulombe, aged 70, who landed in America from Paris, France, in 1914
- Cetive Coulombe, aged 35, who immigrated to the United States from Paris, France, in 1914
- Eugenie Coulombe, aged 36, who landed in America from Paris, France, in 1920
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Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Coulombe Settlers in Canada in the 20th Century- Phillipe Coulombe, aged 44, who settled in Quebec, Canada, in 1916
| Contemporary Notables of the name Coulombe (post 1700) | + |
- Joseph Hardin "Joe" Coulombe (1930-2020), American entrepreneur and founder of the grocery store chain Trader Joe's in 1967
- Charles A. Coulombe (b. 1960), American Catholic historian, author, journalist and lecturer
- Clotilde Coulombe (1892-1985), Canadian pianist and Roman Catholic nun
- Martine Coulombe, Canadian politician, elected to the Legislative Assembly of New Brunswick in the 2010
- Charles Jérémie Coulombe (1846-1937), Canadian physician and political figure
- Benoit Coulombe (b. 1958), Canadian biochemist and molecular biologist
- Patrick Coulombe (b. 1985), Canadian professional ice hockey defenceman
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: In ardua tendit
Motto Translation: He reaches towards things difficult of attainment.
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