Vallentine Surname HistoryThe origins of the name Vallentine are with the Anglo-Saxon tribes of Britain. The name is derived from the Latin name Valentinus, which is a derivative of the word valens, which means strong or healthy. This name, which was popularized by a Roman saint who was martyred during the 3rd century, was introduced into England at the end of the 12th century. Early Origins of the Vallentine familyThe surname Vallentine was first found in Herefordshire where they held a family seat anciently before and after the Norman Conquest in 1066. Early History of the Vallentine familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Vallentine research. Another 93 words (7 lines of text) covering the years 1424, 1593, 1627, 1628, 1629, 1652 and 1664 are included under the topic Early Vallentine History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Vallentine Spelling VariationsThe first dictionaries that appeared in the last few hundred years did much to standardize the English language. Before that time, spelling variations in names were a common occurrence. The language was changing, incorporating pieces of other languages, and the spelling of names changed with it. Vallentine has been spelled many different ways, including Valentine, Vallentine, Vallantine, Follington and others. Early Notables of the Vallentine familyNotables of this surname at this time include: Benjamin Valentine (d. 1652?), English parliamentarian, probably a native of Cheshire. "He was elected on 3 March 1627-1628 to represent the borough of St. Germans in the parliament of 1628-1629. He was in the House of Commons on 2 March 1628-1629. Valentine, with Denzil Holles, held the... Migration of the Vallentine family to IrelandSome of the Vallentine 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.
Thousands of English families in this era began to emigrate the New World in search of land and freedom from religious and political persecution. Although the passage was expensive and the ships were dark, crowded, and unsafe, those who made the voyage safely were rewarded with opportunities unavailable to them in their homeland. Research into passenger and immigration lists has revealed some of the very first Vallentines to arrive in North America: Vallentine Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include: Vallentine Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century
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