| ![Show Contents]() Favell History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
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 England The surname Favell was derived from the Old French word "fauvel" which means "follow-colored, tawny" and as such was a nickname. Early Origins of the Favell familyThe surname Favell was first found in Yorkshire where Eudo Faluel was listed in the Seals of Yorkshire 1160-76. A few years later, Rannulf fauuel was listed in the Pipe Rolls of Herefordshire in 1195. 1 Early History of the Favell familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Favell research. Another 84 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1455 and 1487 are included under the topic Early Favell History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Favell Spelling VariationsMultitudes of spelling variations are a hallmark of Anglo Norman names. Most of these names evolved in the 11th and 12th century, in the time after the Normans introduced their own Norman French language into a country where Old and Middle English had no spelling rules and the languages of the court were French and Latin. To make matters worse, medieval scribes spelled words according to sound, so names frequently appeared differently in the various documents in which they were recorded. The name was spelled Favell, Vavell, Favel, Favill, Favall and others. Early Notables of the Favell familyOutstanding amongst the family at this time was - the Favell family of Yorkshire
 Favell migration to the United States | + |
Because of this political and religious unrest within English society, many people decided to immigrate to the colonies. Families left for Ireland, North America, and Australia in enormous numbers, traveling at high cost in extremely inhospitable conditions. The New World in particular was a desirable destination, but the long voyage caused many to arrive sick and starving. Those who made it, though, were welcomed by opportunities far greater than they had known at home in England. Many of these families went on to make important contributions to the emerging nations of Canada and the United States. Analysis of immigration records indicates that some of the first North American immigrants bore the name Favell or a variant listed above:
Favell Settlers in United States in the 20th Century- Bwirus Favell, aged 38, originally from Huntington, England, who arrived in New York in 1911 aboard the ship "Oceanic" from Southampton, England 2
- Mary Favell, aged 16, originally from Oley, England, who arrived in New York in 1915 aboard the ship "New York" from Liverpool, England 2
- Alfred Henry Favell, aged 39, originally from Pudsey, England, who arrived in New York City, New York in 1920 aboard the ship "Carmania" from Liverpool, England 2
- Henry Favell, aged 48, originally from London, England, who arrived in New York in 1923 aboard the ship "Menominee" from London, England 2
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Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include: Favell Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century- Mr. Charles Favell, English convict who was convicted in Middlesex, London, England for 14 years, transported aboard the "Enchantress"on 6th April 1833, arriving in Tasmania (Van Diemen's Land) 3
| Contemporary Notables of the name Favell (post 1700) | + |
- Anthony Rowland Favell (b. 1939), English politician, Conservative Member of Parliament in the UK
- Leslie Ernest Favell (1929-1987), Australian cricketer
- Doug Robert Favell (b. 1945), retired Canadian professional ice hockey goaltender from St. Catharines Ontario
- Favell Lee Mortimer (1802-1878), born Favell Lee Bevan, an English Evangelical author of educational books for children
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: En dieu ma foi
Motto Translation: My faith is in God.
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Favell migration to the United States 
Favell migration to Australia 
