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![Show Contents]() Guyse History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
The surname Guyse was originally formed in the western region of Britain in the country of Wales. This name began as a nickname for a guest or stranger. The surname Guyse is derived from the Old English word "gest," which in turn comes from the Old Norse Word "gestr," which means "guest" or "stranger." Early Origins of the Guyse familyThe surname Guyse was first found in Worcestershire, where they held a family seat from very ancient times. Early History of the Guyse familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Guyse research. Another 109 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1248, 1273, 1604, 1722, 1762, 1763, 1785, 1835, 1846, 1852 and 1914 are included under the topic Early Guyse History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Guyse Spelling VariationsCompared to other ancient cultures found in the British Isles, the number of Welsh surnames are relatively few, but there are an inordinately large number of spelling variations. These spelling variations began almost as soon as surname usage became common. Scribes or priests would spell the names as they heard them, causing many different variations. Later, many Welsh names were recorded in English. This transliteration process was extremely imprecise since the Brythonic Celtic language of the Welsh used many sounds the English language was not accustomed to. Finally, some variations occurred by the individual's design: a branch loyalty within a family, a religious adherence, or even patriotic affiliations were indicated by spelling variations of one's name. The Guyse name over the years has been spelled Guest, Guests, Jeste and others. Early Notables of the Guyse familyProminent amongst the family during the late Middle Ages was John Guest (1722-1785), a brewer, farmer and coal merchant in Broseley, Shropshire, co-founder of the Plymouth Ironworks in 1763; Sir Josiah John Guest, 1st...
Another 33 words (2 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Guyse Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.  Migration of the Guyse family to Ireland
Some of the Guyse family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt.
Another 41 words (3 lines of text) about their life in Ireland is included in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include: Guyse 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: Ferro non gladio
Motto Translation: By iron, not by the sword.
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Guyse migration to Australia 
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