Thacher History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe name Thacher is rooted in the ancient Anglo-Saxon culture. It was originally a name for someone who worked as a person who worked as the thatcher. This surname was a derivative of the Old English word paeccan which literally meant to cover. The meaning later changed and referred to the task of thatching roofs. Early Origins of the Thacher familyThe surname Thacher was first found in Essex where they held a family seat from very ancient times, before and after the Conquest in 1066. Early History of the Thacher familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Thacher research. Another 52 words (4 lines of text) covering the years 1536, 1558 and 1565 are included under the topic Early Thacher History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Thacher Spelling VariationsIt is only in the last few hundred years that the English language has been standardized. For that reason, early Anglo-Saxon surnames like Thacher are characterized by many spelling variations. As the English language changed and incorporated elements of other European languages, even literate people changed the spelling of their names. The variations of the name Thacher include Thatcher, Thacker, Thaxter and others. Early Notables of the Thacher familyMore information is included under the topic Early Thacher Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Thacher family to IrelandSome of the Thacher family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt. More information about their life in Ireland is included in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Many English families tired of political and religious strife left Britain for the new colonies in North America. Although the trip itself offered no relief - conditions on the ships were extremely cramped, and many travelers arrived diseased, starving, and destitute - these immigrants believed the opportunities that awaited them were worth the risks. Once in the colonies, many of the families did indeed prosper and, in turn, made significant contributions to the culture and economies of the growing colonies. An inquiry into the early roots of North American families has revealed a number of immigrants bearing the name Thacher or a variant listed above: Thacher Settlers in United States in the 17th Century
Thacher Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Thacher Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
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