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Blanchett History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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France

The surname Blanchett is derived from the word "blanc," which is French for "white." It was no doubt originally given to someone either because of their blond hair or because of a reputation for purity and piety, and as such is classed as a nickname surname. Nicknames were derived from a wide variety of characteristics that would have been associated with the first person who used the name. 1

Early Origins of the Blanchett family

The surname Blanchett was first found in Normandy (French: Normandie.)Throughout the centuries, several members were recognized for their valiant conduct at war and as a result, the family earned titles and lands in honor of their courage. This renown family branched and prospered in various provinces in France where they adapted well to the varied cultures of these new regions. On January 20, 1572, the Duke of Savoie, the head of the family, was granted a Patent of Nobility, confirming the important status of this family and its descendants. Living in Dauphiné, Pierre Le Blanc, the Lord of Prebois and of Ferrière, is mentioned for his contributions to the community in 1602.

By the 1700's, the Le Blanc family had spread to Provence where they were the Lords of Boisvert, of Castillon, of Mondespin, of Roquefort, of Ventabren and of others. As well, they provided many Consuls to Parliament and an official representing the nobility of Provence. Having their noble status maintained in 1718 and 1788, the Leblancs had their impressive stature confirmed by royalty. Several members of this family were actively engaged in the political movements of their times and for serving their countrymen, the Le Blanc name was honored further. Distinctive among the family were consuls in the Parliament of Toulouse and the President of the Court of Aides of Montauban in 1778.

Pierre Blanchet, born in 1646, son of Noel and Madeleine (née Valet), was a French weaver that travelled from Picardy (French: Picardie) to Canada in the 17th century. After settling in Quebec he married Marie Fournier, daughter of Joseph and Françoise (née Hebert), at Notre-Dame on 17th February 1670. 2

Early History of the Blanchett family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Blanchett research. Another 81 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1066, 1614 and 1689 are included under the topic Early Blanchett History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Blanchett Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Blanchet, Blancheteau, Blancheton, Blanchonnet and many more.

Early Notables of the Blanchett family

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Blanchett migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Blanchett Settlers in United States in the 17th Century

Eliza Blanchett, who landed in Virginia in 1649 3

Blanchett Settlers in United States in the 20th Century

Reginald Blanchett, aged 16, who settled in America from St. George, Barbados, in 1918
William John Blanchett, aged 11, who immigrated to America from Shepton Mallet, England, in 1919
Arthur Charles Blanchett, aged 14, who landed in America from Shepton Mallet, England, in 1919
Emily Louise Blanchett, aged 43, who settled in America from Shepton Mallet, England, in 1919
Ronaldo Blanchett, aged 22, who immigrated to the United States, in 1921
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Blanchett migration to Australia +

Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include:

Blanchett Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century

William Blanchett, who arrived in Adelaide, Australia aboard the ship "Stebonheath" in 1849 4

Blanchett migration to New Zealand +

Emigration to New Zealand followed in the footsteps of the European explorers, such as Captain Cook (1769-70): first came sealers, whalers, missionaries, and traders. By 1838, the British New Zealand Company had begun buying land from the Maori tribes, and selling it to settlers, and, after the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840, many British families set out on the arduous six month journey from Britain to Aotearoa to start a new life. Early immigrants include:

Blanchett Settlers in New Zealand in the 19th Century

Elizabeth Blanchett, aged 33, who arrived in Nelson, New Zealand aboard the ship "Lloyds" in 1842
Uriah Blanchett, aged 10, who arrived in Nelson, New Zealand aboard the ship "Lloyds" in 1842
George Blanchett, aged 9, who arrived in Nelson, New Zealand aboard the ship "Lloyds" in 1842
Julia Blanchett, aged 5, who arrived in Nelson, New Zealand aboard the ship "Lloyds" in 1842
Emily Blanchett, aged 1, who arrived in Nelson, New Zealand aboard the ship "Lloyds" in 1842
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Contemporary Notables of the name Blanchett (post 1700) +

Catherine Élise "Cate" Blanchett (b. 1969), Academy Award and Golden Globe Award-winning Australian actress, best known for her roles in Elizabeth: The Golden Age (2007), Carol (2015), and Tár (2022)
Ian Neale Blanchett (b. 1975), Australian born English cricketer
Daniel William "Danny" Blanchett (b. 1987), English footballer

The Blanchett Motto +

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: Sans tache
Motto Translation: Without stain.

Citations +

Dauzat, Albert, Morlet, Marie-Thérèse, Dictionaire Étymologique des Noms et Prénoms de France. Paris: Librairie Larousse, 1987. Print.
Olivier, Reginald L. Your Ancient Canadian Family Ties. Logan: The Everton Publishers, Inc., P.O. Box 368, 1972. Print
Filby, P. William, Meyer, Mary K., Passenger and immigration lists index : a guide to published arrival records of about 500,000 passengers who came to the United States and Canada in the seventeenth, eighteenth, and nineteenth centuries. 1982-1985 Cumulated Supplements in Four Volumes Detroit, Mich. : Gale Research Co., 1985, Print (ISBN 0-8103-1795-8)
State Records of South Australia. (Retrieved 2010, November 5) STEBONHEATH 1849. Retrieved from http://www.slsa.sa.gov.au/BSA/1849Stebonheath.htm