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MacNeal Family Crest
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Where did the Scottish MacNeal family come from? What is the Scottish MacNeal family crest and coat of arms? When did the MacNeal family first arrive in the United States? Where did the various branches of the family go? What is the MacNeal family history?

The western coast of Scotland and the desolate Hebrides islands are the ancient home of the MacNeal family. Their name is derived from the personal name Neil. The Gaelic form Mac Neill translates as son of Neil.

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Spelling variations were extremely common in medieval names, since scribes from that era recorded names according to sound rather than a standard set of rules. MacNeal has appeared in various documents spelled MacNeil, MacNeill, MacNeal, MacNeilage, MacNeale, MacNeall, MacNeille, MacNeel, MacNiel, MacGreal, Mcneil, Mcneill, McNeal, Mcneal, Mcneall and many more.

First found in on the islands of Barra, Gigha, Colonsay, and Oronsay. According to traditional records in 1049, Niall, a direct descendent of King Niall of the Nine Hostages, landed in Barra and founded the Clan MacNeill of Barra. However, another kinsman, some believe to be the younger brother of Niall named Anrothan, married a Princess of the Dalriadans, an ancient race from which sprang most of the early Scottish Kings. Legend has it that Anrothan started the MacNeill house of Colonsay through his son Torquil of Taynish. This latter branch acquired the lands of Gigha, Colonsay and Oronsay, beyond the Firth of Lorne. For the next two centuries it appears as though these two great houses were developing independently of one another.


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This web page shows only a small excerpt of our MacNeal research. Another 721 words(52 lines of text) covering the years 1370, 1526, 1590, and 1730 are included under the topic Early MacNeal History in all our PDF Extended History products.

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Another 33 words(2 lines of text) are included under the topic Early MacNeal Notables in all our PDF Extended History products.

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Some of the MacNeal family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt. Another 157 words(11 lines of text) about their life in Ireland is included in all our PDF Extended History products.

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The descendants of the Dalriadan families who made the great crossing of the Atlantic still dot communities along the east coast of the United States and Canada. In the American War of Independence, many of the settlers traveled north to Canada as United Empire Loyalists. Clan societies and highland games have allowed Canadian and American families of Scottish descent to recover much of their lost heritage. Investigation of the origins of family names on the North American continent has revealed that early immigrants bearing the name MacNeal or a variant listed above include:

MacNeal Settlers in the United States in the 18th Century


  • Daniel Macneal, who arrived in Maryland in 1731

MacNeal Settlers in the United States in the 19th Century


  • Frank MacNeal, who landed in Baltimore, Md in 1811
  • Roger MacNeal, who landed in Philadelphia, Pa in 1811

MacNeal Settlers in the United States in the 20th Century


  • P.H. MacNeal, who arrived at Ellis Island, in 1904
  • Harriet B. MacNeal, aged 24, who arrived at Ellis Island, in 1912
  • John MacNeal, aged 26, who arrived at Ellis Island, in 1920
  • John MacNeal, aged 26, who arrived at Ellis Island, in 1921


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  • Noel MacNeal (b. 1961), American puppeter, writer, and director of children's television
  • Harry L. MacNeal (1875-1950), United States Marine, recipient of the Medal of Honor


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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: Vincere vel mori
Motto Translation: To conquer or die.

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  2. Barrow, G.W.S Ed. The Charters of David I The Written Acts of David I King of Scots, 1124-53 and of His Son Henry, Earl of Northumerland, 1139-52. Woodbridge: The Boydell Press, 1999. Print.
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  4. Browne, James. The History of Scotland it's Highlands, Regiments and Clans 8 Volumes. Edinburgh: Francis A Niccolls & Co, 1909. Print.
  5. Paul, Sir James Balfour. An Ordinary of Arms Contained in the Public Register of All Arms and Bearings in Scotland Second Edition. Baltimore: Genealogical Publishing, 1903. Print.
  6. The Norman People and Their Existing Descendants in the British Dominions and the United States Of America. Baltimore: Genealogical Publishing, 1975. Print. (ISBN 0-8063-0636-X).
  7. Leeson, Francis L. Dictionary of British Peerages. Baltimore: Genealogical Publishing, 1986. Print. (ISBN 0-8063-1121-5).
  8. Papworth, J.W and A.W Morant. Ordinary of British Armorials. London: T.Richards, 1874. Print.
  9. Bolton, Charles Knowles. Bolton's American Armory. Baltimore: Heraldic Book Company, 1964. Print.
  10. Egle, William Henry. Pennsylvania Genealogies Scotch-Irish and German. Harrisburg: L.S. Hart, 1886. Print.
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The MacNeal Family Crest was acquired from the Houseofnames.com archives. The MacNeal 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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