First found in Somerset, where the Young family held a seat from ancient times. After the conquest of England, the Anglo-Saxon culture was suppressed as Norman elements were rapidly introduced into the country. Norman naming practices were adopted and French became the language of the courts. However, many Anglo-Saxon surnames managed to survive the Norman influx, and the Young family could be found in England before and after the Norman Conquest.

To escape oppression and starvation at that time, many English families left for the "open frontiers" of the New World with all its perceived opportunities. In droves people migrated to the many British colonies, those in North America in particular, paying high rates for passages in cramped, unsafe ships. Although many of the settlers did not make the long passage alive, those who did see the shores of North America perceived great opportunities before them. Many of the families that came from England went on to make essential contributions to the emerging nations of Canada and the United States. Research into various historical records revealed some of first members of the Young family emigrate to North America: Richard Young and his wife, who settled in Virginia in 1623; as did Edward and Jane Young in 1636; Joseph and Margaret Young, who immigrated to New England with their two sons in 1635.

Motto Translated: Always young.

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