Shreve History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe family name Shreve is one of the oldest Anglo-Saxon names of Britain. It was originally a name for a person who worked as a person who held the office of sheriff. This occupational surname was originally derived from the Old English words scir meaning shire and refa meaning reeve. The surname was originally derived from the "shire-reeve," a Vice Count who was in charge of the law for a shire or county. 1 Before the Norman Conquest the sheriff was the king's representative in a county, responsible for every aspect of local administration in England. Early Origins of the Shreve familyThe surname Shreve was first found in Warwickshire where they held a family seat from early times and their first records appeared on the early census rolls taken by the early Kings of Britain to determine the rate of taxation of their subjects. Early History of the Shreve familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Shreve research. Another 77 words (6 lines of text) covering the year 1567 is included under the topic Early Shreve History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Shreve 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 Shreve include Sheriff, Sherrif, Sherriff, Shirreffs, Sheriffs and many more. Early Notables of the Shreve familyMore information is included under the topic Early Shreve Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Shreve RankingIn the United States, the name Shreve is the 6,012nd most popular surname with an estimated 4,974 people with that name. 2
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: Shreve Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
Shreve Settlers in United States in the 20th Century
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Shreve Settlers in Canada in the 18th Century
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: Esse quam videri Motto Translation: To be, rather than to seem.
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