Forder History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe ancestors of the Forder surname lived among the ancient Anglo-Saxon culture. The name comes from when they lived near a "ford" in a river, a shallow place where a river could be crossed without a bridge. Early Origins of the Forder familyThe surname Forder was first found in Sussex where they held a family seat from very ancient times. Early History of the Forder familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Forder research. Another 94 words (7 lines of text) covering the years 1327, 1397 and 1407 are included under the topic Early Forder History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Forder Spelling VariationsBefore English spelling was standardized a few hundred years ago, spelling variations of names were a common occurrence. Elements of Latin, French and other languages became incorporated into English through the Middle Ages, and name spellings changed even among the literate. The variations of the surname Forder include Forder, Forders and others. Early Notables of the Forder familyNotables of this surname at this time include:
A great wave of immigration to the New World was the result of the enormous political and religious disarray that struck England at that time. Families left for the New World in extremely large numbers. The long journey was the end of many immigrants and many more arrived sick and starving. Still, those who made it were rewarded with an opportunity far greater than they had known at home in England. These emigrant families went on to make significant contributions to these emerging colonies in which they settled. Some of the first North American settlers carried this name or one of its variants: Forder Settlers in United States in the 17th Century
Forder Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include: Forder Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century
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