Bowey History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsBowey is an ancient Dalriadan-Scottish nickname for a person with fair hair. The surname Bowie is derived from the Gaelic word buidhe, which was used to describe a person with blonde hair. The surname Bowie is also derived from the Scottish Gaelic personal name Bowen, which refers to the son of Owen. Early Origins of the Bowey familyThe surname Bowey was first found in Kintyre, where they held a family seat from very early times. Early History of the Bowey familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Bowey research. Another 144 words (10 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Bowey History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Bowey Spelling VariationsTranslation in medieval times was an undeveloped science and was often carried out without due care. For this reason, many early Scottish names appeared radically altered when written in English. The spelling variations of Bowey include Bowie, Bowey, Bowy, Bouwie, Bouwey, Bouwy, Bouwy, Bawie, Bawey and many more. Early Notables of the Bowey familyMore information is included under the topic Early Bowey Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Bowey family to IrelandSome of the Bowey family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt. More information about their life in Ireland is included in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include: Bowey Settlers in Australia 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: Coelestia seqor Motto Translation: I follow heavenly things. |