Biles History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe founding heritage of the Biles family is in the Anglo-Saxon culture that once dominated in Britain. The name Biles comes from when one of the family worked as a maker of polearms or halberds and billhooks as these were common weapons in early times. The name could also be a baptismal name derived from son of William, although this latter origin is less likely. Early Origins of the Biles familyThe surname Biles was first found in Somerset, where they held a family seat from ancient times, long before the Norman Conquest in 1066. Early records of the name mention Walter Nicholas Bile who was documented in the year 1185 in London and Robert atte Byle appears in 1327 in County Surrey. [1] William Byle of County Somerset, was documented during the reign of Edward III (1327-1377) [2] and Thomas Biles of Yorkshire, was listed in the Yorkshire Poll Tax of 1379. [3] Early History of the Biles familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Biles research. Another 76 words (5 lines of text) covering the years 1320, 1500, 1501, 1505, 1533, 1535, 1547, 1548, 1551, 1553, 1558, 1560, 1561, 1667 and 1890 are included under the topic Early Biles History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Biles Spelling VariationsThe first dictionaries that appeared in the last few hundred years did much to standardize the English language. Before that time, spelling variations in names were a common occurrence. The language was changing, incorporating pieces of other languages, and the spelling of names changed with it. Biles has been spelled many different ways, including Bill, Bills, Billes and others. Early Notables of the Biles familyDistinguished members of the family include William Bill (d. 1501), Dean of Westminster, son of John Bill of Ashwell, Hertfordshire, and brother of Thomas Bill, M.D., of the same place, and of St. Bartholomew's, London, physician to Henry VIII. He was educated at St. John's College, Cambridge, where he... Biles RankingIn the United States, the name Biles is the 7,775th most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. [4] Migration of the Biles family to IrelandSome of the Biles family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt.
Thousands of English families in this era began to emigrate the New World in search of land and freedom from religious and political persecution. Although the passage was expensive and the ships were dark, crowded, and unsafe, those who made the voyage safely were rewarded with opportunities unavailable to them in their homeland. Research into passenger and immigration lists has revealed some of the very first Biless to arrive in North America: Biles Settlers in United States in the 17th Century
Biles Settlers in United States in the 19th 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: Omne solum patria Motto Translation: Every land is a man's country.
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