Flitch History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe name Flitch is of Anglo-Saxon origin. It was name for a streaked or dappled element. The surname Flitch originally derived from the Old English word Fleck. Early Origins of the Flitch familyThe surname Flitch was first found in Norfolk where they held a family seat from ancient times, some say before the Norman Conquest in 1066. Early History of the Flitch familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Flitch research. Another 148 words (11 lines of text) covering the years 1400, 1605, 1650, 1657, 1679 and 1890 are included under the topic Early Flitch History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Flitch Spelling VariationsSpelling variations in names were a common occurrence before English spelling was standardized a few hundred years ago. In the Middle Ages, even the literate spelled their names differently as the English language incorporated elements of French, Latin, and other European languages. Many variations of the name Flitch have been found, including Fleck, Flecke, Flegg, Flack, Flacks, Flick and many more. Early Notables of the Flitch familyMore information is included under the topic Early Flitch Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Flitch family to IrelandSome of the Flitch family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt.
Families began migrating abroad in enormous numbers because of the political and religious discontent in England. Often faced with persecution and starvation in England, the possibilities of the New World attracted many English people. Although the ocean trips took many lives, those who did get to North America were instrumental in building the necessary groundwork for what would become powerful new nations. Among early immigrants of the Flitch surname to cross the Atlantic and come to North America were: Flitch Settlers in United States in the 17th Century
Flitch Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
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