Wilcoxson History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Wilcoxson familyThe surname Wilcoxson was first found in Cumberland, where they held a family seat on the English/Scottish border. After the Norman Conquest of England many of Duke William's rebellious Barons moved north. The border became a convenient but turbulent no-man's land where the persecuted Many were given land by King Malcolm Canmore and later by King David of Scotland. Some were native Scots. In the 16th century they became known as the 'unruly clans'. The name was first recorded in England in Cumberland in 1332 when William Wilcokson held estates in that county. Early History of the Wilcoxson familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Wilcoxson research. Another 70 words (5 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Wilcoxson History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Wilcoxson Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Wilcoxen, Wilcoxon, Wilcockson, Willcokson, Willcoxon and many more. Early Notables of the Wilcoxson familyMore information is included under the topic Early Wilcoxson Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Wilcoxson RankingIn the United States, the name Wilcoxson is the 15,612nd most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. 1
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Wilcoxson Settlers in United States in the 17th 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: Semper fidelis Motto Translation: Always faithful.
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