| ![Show Contents]() Talbott History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Today's generation of the Talbott family bears a name that was brought to England by the wave of emigration that was started by the Norman Conquest of 1066. It comes from the Germanic personal name Talabert, meaning bright valley. 1 Early Origins of the Talbott familyThe surname Talbott was first found in Shropshire, Staffordshire and Yorkshire. "This great historical family is traced to the Conquest, Richard Talbot, living at that period, being the first recorded ancestor. " 2 In Normandy, their place of origin, the name was originally listed as D'Eu, a baronial name. 3 William Talebot "came to England in 1066, and had 1. Richard; 2. Geoffrey, ancestor of Lord Talbot of Malahide. Richard Talebot in 1086 held in Bedford from Walter Giffard, Baron of Boldec. " 3 4 "No family in England are more connected with the history of our country than this noble race; few are more highly allied. The Marches of Wales appear to have been the original seat; afterwards we find the Talbots in Shropshire, in Staffordshire, and lastly in Yorkshire." 2 5 The chapelry of Salebury played an important part in the story of the family history. "In the reign of Edward II. a charter for free warren in this manor was granted to Sir Robert de Cliderhou, whose daughter occurs as owner of the manor in 1406. Isabella, her daughter, conveyed the manor in marriage to John Talbot, of Bashall. Their son was instrumental to the betrayal of Henry VI., whose apprehension is said to have occurred here, though Leland fixes the scene in Cletherwoode. However this may be, letters-patent were granted to him by Edward IV. for a pension of twenty marks out of the duchy revenues. In this odious service, Sir James Haryngton was the principal actor, and the Talbots his subordinate agents. John Talbot, the last male heir of the family, left a daughter, married to Edward Warren of Poynton, from whose family the manor passed by marriage: it now belongs to Lord de Tabley. " 6 Another branch of the family was found at Alveton in Staffordshire. "The extensive manor of Alton became the property of John Talbot, first earl of Shrewsbury, by his marriage with the heiress of the Furnival family, and has remained with his descendants to the present time." 6 The township of Bashall-Eaves in the West Riding of Yorkshire was home to another family seat. "This place, long distinguished as the residence of the Talbots, has been variously designated Beckshalgh, Batsalve, Bakesholf, and Bashall. " 6 "The Talbots are now chiefly established in Somerset, Dorset, Lancashire, and Notts. The ancient and illustrious family of the Talbots, dating back to Domesday times, were originally settled in the Welsh Marches, and afterwards in Shropshire and Staffordshire, and then in Yorkshire." 7 Early History of the Talbott familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Talbott research. Another 211 words (15 lines of text) covering the years 1172, 1274, 1384, 1417, 1453, 1456, 1457, 1458, 1460, 1620, 1623, 1630, 1633, 1642, 1659, 1660, 1667, 1668, 1669, 1680, 1691, 1702, 1710, 1714, 1715 and 1718 are included under the topic Early Talbott History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Talbott Spelling VariationsNorman surnames are characterized by a multitude of spelling variations. The frequent changes in surnames are largely due to the fact that the Old and Middle English languages lacked definite spelling rules. The introduction of Norman French to England, as well as the official court languages of Latin and French, also had pronounced influences on the spelling of surnames. Since medieval scribes and church officials recorded names as they sounded, rather than adhering to any specific spelling rules, it was common to find the same individual referred to with different spellings. The name has been spelled Talbot, Talbott, Talbut, Talbart, Talbert and many more. Early Notables of the Talbott familyOutstanding amongst the family at this time was William Talbot at the Battle of Hastings; John Talbot, 1st Earl of Shrewsbury and 1st Earl of Waterford KG (1384-1453), known as "Old Talbot", an important English military commander during the Hundred Years' War, as well as the only Lancastrian Constable of France; John Talbot, 2nd Earl of Shrewsbury, 2nd Earl of Waterford, 8th Baron Talbot, KG (c. 1417-1460), an English nobleman and soldier, son of John Talbot, 1st Earl of Shrewsbury and Maud Nevill, 6th...
Another 84 words (6 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Talbott Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Talbott RankingIn the United States, the name Talbott is the 4,120th most popular surname with an estimated 7,461 people with that name. 8  Migration of the Talbott family to Ireland
Some of the Talbott family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt.
Another 170 words (12 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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Many English families emigrated to North American colonies in order to escape the political chaos in Britain at this time. Unfortunately, many English families made the trip to the New World under extremely harsh conditions. Overcrowding on the ships caused the majority of the immigrants to arrive diseased, famished, and destitute from the long journey across the stormy Atlantic. Despite these hardships, many of the families prospered and went on to make invaluable contributions to the development of the cultures of the United States and Canada. Early North American immigration records have revealed a number of people bearing the name Talbott or a variant listed above:
Talbott Settlers in United States in the 17th Century- George, Thomas, and William Talbott, who settled in Virginia in 1635
- Thomas Talbott, aged 20, who arrived in Virginia in 1635 9
- Peter Talbott, who landed in Virginia in 1642 9
- William Talbott, who landed in Maryland in 1646 9
- Hercules Talbott, who arrived in Virginia in 1654 9
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Talbott Settlers in United States in the 18th Century- Catherine Talbott, who landed in Virginia in 1722 9
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Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include: Talbott Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century- Mr. Henry Talbott, English convict who was convicted in Somerset, England for 14 years for receiving stolen goods, transported aboard the "Claudine" on 19th August 1829, arriving in New South Wales, Australia 10
- Mr. Thomas Talbott, (George), Jr., English convict who was convicted in Lewes, East Sussex, England for 7 years, transported aboard the "Candahar" on 26th March 1842, arriving in Tasmania (Van Diemen's Land) 11
| Contemporary Notables of the name Talbott (post 1700) | + |
- Joseph Daniel "Danny" Talbott (1944-2020), American professional football and baseball player
- Strobe Talbott (b. 1946), American journalist and diplomat
- Michael Talbott (b. 1955), American film and television actor
- Leander Talbott (1887-1954), American Olympic track and field athlete
- Joshua Frederick Cockey Talbott (1843-1918), American politician from Maryland
- Harold E. Talbott (1888-1957), American Secretary of the Air Force 1953 to 1955
- Gloria Talbott (1931-2000), American film and television actress
- Carlos Talbott (b. 1920), American Air Force officer, recipient of the Distinguished Service Cross
- Albert G. Talbott (1808-1887), American politician, United States Representative from Kentucky
- Nathan Talbott (b. 1984), English professional football player
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: Prest d'accomplir
Motto Translation: Ready to accomplish.
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