|
UP to 50% OFF
- Weekly Specials
 Text  An excerpt from www.HouseOfNames.com archives copyright © 2000 - 2012
Origins Available: German, Scottish
Where did the Scottish Moyer family come from? What is the Scottish Moyer family crest and coat of arms? When did the Moyer family first arrive in the United States? Where did the various branches of the family go? What is the Moyer family history?
The Moyer surname in Scotland is thought to have been a topographic name for someone who resided near a moor, or heath.
 MoreMore about the Moyer History...
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)
Spelling variations of this family name include: Moir, Moar, Moer, Moyer, Moyr and others.First found in Aberdeenshire, where they held a family seat from early times.The family name Moyer first appeared on the early census rolls taken by the early Kings of Scotland to determine the rate of taxation of their subjects.
MoreMore about the Moyer History...
Our PDF Extended History includes the early history!
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Moyer research. Another 184 words(13 lines of text) covering the years 1300, 1610, 1636, 1644, 1862, and 1894 are included under the topic Early Moyer History in all our PDF Extended History products.
MoreMore about the Moyer History...
Our PDF Extended History includes the early notables!
Another 27 words(2 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Moyer Notables in all our PDF Extended History products.
MoreMore about the Moyer History...
This is a small excerpt from our full listing of settlers for the name Moyer. Our PDF Extended History provide the complete listing from our dbase of over 500,000 settlers!
Some of the first settlers of this family name were:
Moyer Settlers in the United States in the 17th Century
- Thomas Moyer, who landed in New York in 1664
- Allen Moyer, who arrived in Maryland in 1665
Moyer Settlers in the United States in the 18th Century
- Caspar Moyer, aged 32, landed in Pennsylvania in 1736
- Caspar Moyer, whose Oath of Allegiance was recorded in Pennsylvania in 1736
- Daniel Moyer, aged 28, landed in Pennsylvania in 1736
- Johannis Moyer, aged 48, landed in Pennsylvania in 1736
- Henrick Moyer, who landed in Pennsylvania in 1743
Moyer Settlers in the United States in the 19th Century
- Jacob Moyer, who arrived in Somerset County, Pa in 1838
- Conrad Moyer, who arrived in Somerset County, Pa in 1841
- Philip Moyer, who arrived in Somerset County, Pa in 1844
- H Moyer, who arrived in New York, NY in 1850
MoreMore about the Moyer History...
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.
- Brett Moyer (b. 1984), American professional lacrosse player
- Andrew Jackson Moyer (1881-1959), American microbiologist
- William Moyer (1933-2002), American author, activist, and founding member of the Movement for a New Society
- Allen Moyer (b. 1958), American set designer particularly known for his work in operas and Broadway musicals
- John Moyer (b. 1969), American stand-up comedian, screenwriter, actor and film producer
- Ellen Oosterling Moyer (b. 1936), the first woman Mayor of Annapolis, Maryland
- John Gould Moyer (1893-1976), United States Navy Rear admiral, and the 31st Governor of American Samoa
- Kermit Moyer (b. 1943), American author
- Tawny Moyer (b. 1958), American actress who starred in film and in television
- Charles Edward Moyer (1885-1962), pitcher in Major League Baseball
MoreMore about the moyer History...
Another 6 notables are available in all our PDF Extended History products. MoreMore about the Moyer History...
We have comprised a great deal of suggested readings that would be of interest to you and your family.
- History of our Moyer,Finn, Sutton, Russell & Related Families by William Finn Moyer.
MoreMore about the Moyer Coat of Arms...
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: Mediocriter
Motto Translation: With moderation.
MoreMore Moyer Products...
All products shipped by HouseofNames.com are 100% guaranteed. HouseofNames.com and its partners have been researching and writing family name history documents since 1968. We have provided millions of histories worldwide - each with the Personal Service that ensures that new customers become repeat customers. | More Family Crest Products |
MoreMore about the Moyer Family Crest...
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.
MoreMore about the Moyer History...
- Markale, J. Celtic Civilization. London: Gordon & Cremonesi, 1976. Print.
- Egle, William Henry. Pennsylvania Genealogies Scotch-Irish and German. Harrisburg: L.S. Hart, 1886. Print.
- Samuelsen, W. David. New York City Passenger List Manifests Index 1820 - 1824. North Salt Lake, Utah: Accelerated Indexing Systems International, 1986. Print.
- Holt, J.C. Ed. Domesday Studies. Woodbridge: Boydell, 1987. Print. (ISBN 0-85115-477-8).
- Leyburn, James Graham. The Scotch-Irish A Social History. Chapel Hill: UNC Press, 1962. Print. (ISBN 0807842591).
- Fulton, Alexander. Scotland and Her Tartans: The Romantic Heritage of the Scottish Clans and Families. Godalming: Bramley, 1991. Print. (ISBN 0-86283-880-0).
- Hinde, Thomas Ed. The Domesday Book England's Heritage Then and Now. Surrey: Colour Library Books, 1995. Print. (ISBN 1-85833-440-3).
- Filby, P. William and Mary K Meyer. Passenger and Immigration Lists Index in Four Volumes. Detroit: Gale Research, 1985. Print. (ISBN 0-8103-1795-8).
- Urquhart, Blair Edition. Tartans The New Compact Study Guide and Identifier. Secauccus, NJ: Chartwell Books, 1994. Print. (ISBN 0-7858-0050-6).
- Crozier, William Armstrong Edition. Crozier's General Armory A Registry of American Families Entitled to Coat Armor. New York: Fox, Duffield, 1904. Print.
- ...
The Moyer Family Crest was acquired from the Houseofnames.com archives. The Moyer 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.
This page was last modified on 23 September 2010 at 15:35.
©2000-2012 Swyrich Corporation. See Terms of Use for details.
houseofnames.com is an internet property owned by Swyrich Corporation.
UP to 50% OFF
- Weekly Specials
|
|
