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Where did the English Cross family come from? What is the English Cross family crest and coat of arms? When did the Cross family first arrive in the United States? Where did the various branches of the family go? What is the Cross family history?
The Anglo-Saxon name Cross comes from the family having resided as dwellers at a cross or crucifix. The surname Cross originally derived from the Old English word crosse, which means cross.
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Please remember that this page is only a small extract of our complete history that includes: - Ancient origin of the name (usually pre-1100)
- Known spelling variations
- Early movement of the family name during the Middle Ages
- Noteworthy bearers from the 1500-1600s
- First settlers to North America
- Notable contemporary bearers of the name
- A description and/or full color picture of the Coat of Arms, Crest, and Motto (where available)
Cross has been spelled many different ways, including Before English spelling became standardized over the last few hundred years, spelling variations in names were a common occurrence. As the English language changed in the Middle Ages, absorbing pieces of Latin and French, as well as other languages, the spelling of people's names also changed considerably, even over a single lifetime. Cross, Crosse, Croce, Crosce, Croise, Croice and others.First found in Lincolnshire where they held a family seat from early times.
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Our PDF Extended History includes the early history!
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Cross research. Another 336 words(24 lines of text) covering the years 1250 and 1340 are included under the topic Early Cross History in all our PDF Extended History products.
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Our PDF Extended History includes the early notables!
More information is included under the topic Early Cross Notables in all our PDF Extended History products.
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Our PDF Extended History includes the Life In Ireland!
Some of the Cross family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt. Another 137 words(10 lines of text) about their life in Ireland is included in all our PDF Extended History products.
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This is a small excerpt from our full listing of settlers for the name Cross. Our PDF Extended History provide the complete listing from our dbase of over 500,000 settlers!
In an attempt to escape the chaos experienced in England, many English families boarded overcrowded and diseased ships sailing for the shores of North America and other British colonies. Those families hardy enough, and lucky enough, to make the passage intact were rewarded with land and a social environment less prone to religious and political persecution. Many of these families became important contributors to the young colonies in which they settled. Early immigration and passenger lists have documented some of the first Crosss to arrive on North American shores:
Cross Settlers in the United States in the 17th Century
- John Cross, who landed in Ipswich, Mass in 1635
- Robert Cross, who arrived in Ipswich, Mass in 1639
- Katherine Cross, who arrived in Virginia in 1643
- Nich Cross, who arrived in Virginia in 1643
- Jane Cross, who arrived in Virginia in 1649
Cross Settlers in the United States in the 18th Century
- Cha Cross, who landed in Virginia in 1705
- Francis Cross, who arrived in Virginia in 1711
- Richd Cross, who landed in Virginia in 1739
- Ellioner Cross, who arrived in Virginia in 1743
- William Cross, who arrived in Georgia in 1743
Cross Settlers in the United States in the 19th Century
- Elizabeth Cross, who landed in Philadelphia, Pa in 1811
- James, Cross Jr., aged 23, landed in New York in 1812
- Margaret Cross, who landed in New York, NY in 1815
- Sarah Cross, aged 28, arrived in America in 1822
- Daniel Cross, who arrived in Charleston, SC in 1828
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We offer a large range of products for you to enjoy with your Coat of Arms. From the coffee cup in the kitchen to the frame in the living room.
- Amos C. Cross (1860-1888), American Major League baseball player
- Christopher Cross (b. 1951), born Christopher Charles Geppert, American five-time Grammy award winner and Golden Globe winning singer-songwriter
- Dennis Cross (1924-1991), American actor, best known for his role on the television series The Blue Angels
- Albert Francis "A.F." Cross (1863-1940), English poet, playwright, journalist and author
- Arthur Henry Cross VC, MM (1884-1965), English recipient of the Victoria Cross
- Ben Cross (b. 1947), English actor, best known for his role in the movie Chariots of Fire (1981)
- Charles Frederick Cross (1855-1935), British chemist, recipient of the John Scott Medal in 1985
- Cory Cross (b. 1971), Canadian retired professional NHL ice hockey defenceman
- Daniel Cross (b. 1983), Australian rules football midfielder
- Manfred Douglas Cross AM (b. 1929), Australian politician
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Another 4 notables are available in all our PDF Extended History products. MoreMore about the Cross History...
We have comprised a great deal of suggested readings that would be of interest to you and your family.
- A Lineal Genealogy of the Wilson Cross Family and Allied Families by Lillian E. Good.
- My Cross and Hand Families by Jeanne Hand Henry.
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Learn all about the different symbols of your Coat of Arms with our deluxe symbolism. This product will explain the full meaning of you Coat of Arms including motto translations.
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: Cruce dum spero fido
Motto Translation: Whilst I have breath I confide in the cross.
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Our PDF Coat of Arms + Extended History product is the whole package all in one. With a full color Coat of Arms along with a very detailed History, full symbolism, bibliography and settlers listed by the centuries.
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- Bolton, Charles Knowles. Bolton's American Armory. Baltimore: Heraldic Book Company, 1964. Print.
- Markale, J. Celtic Civilization. London: Gordon & Cremonesi, 1976. Print.
- Lennard, Reginald. Rural England 1086-1135 A Study of Social and Agrarian Conditions. Oxford: Clarendon Press, 1959. Print.
- Robb H. Amanda and Andrew Chesler. Encyclopedia of American Family Names. New York: Haper Collins, 1995. Print. (ISBN 0-06-270075-8).
- Matthews, John. Matthews' American Armoury and Blue Book. London: John Matthews, 1911. Print.
- Shirley, Evelyn Philip. Noble and Gentle Men of England Or Notes Touching The Arms and Descendants of the Ancient Knightley and Gentle Houses of England Arranged in their Respective Counties 3rd Edition. Westminster: John Bowyer Nichols and Sons, 1866. Print.
- Colletta, John P. They Came In Ships. Salt Lake City: Ancestry, 1993. Print.
- Sanders, Joanne McRee Edition. English Settlers in Barbados 1637-1800. Baltimore: Genealogical Publishing. Print.
- Foster, Joseph. Dictionary of Heraldry Feudal Coats of Arms and Pedigrees. London: Bracken Books, 1989. Print. (ISBN 1-85170-309-8).
- Virkus, Frederick A. Ed. Immigrant Ancestors A List of 2,500 Immigrants to America Before 1750. Baltimore: Genealogical Publishing, 1964. Print.
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The Cross Family Crest was acquired from the Houseofnames.com archives. The Cross Family Crest was drawn according to heraldic standards based on published blazons. We generally include the oldest published family crest once associated with each surname.
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