| ![Show Contents]() Jackett History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
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 England Jackett is a name that dates far back into the mists of early British history to the days of the Anglo-Saxon tribes. It is derived from the baptismal name for the son of John. It was originally derived from the Hebrew given name Yocjanan. As the naming tradition grew in Europe baptismal names began to be introduced in many countries. Baptismal names were sometimes given in honor of Christian saints and other biblical figures. There are very few Christian countries in Europe that did not adopt surnames from these religious figures. Early Origins of the Jackett familyThe surname Jackett was first found in Suffolk, where they held a family seat from early times. Early History of the Jackett familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Jackett research. Another 209 words (15 lines of text) covering the years 1327, 1375, 1381, 1500, 1669, 1700, 1706 and 1786 are included under the topic Early Jackett History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Jackett Spelling VariationsIt is only in the last few hundred years that the English language has been standardized. For that reason, early Anglo-Saxon surnames like Jackett are characterized by many spelling variations. As the English language changed and incorporated elements of other European languages, even literate people changed the spelling of their names. The variations of the name Jackett include: Jeacock, Jeacocks, Jecock, Jacocke, Jacock, Jacocks, Jaycock, Jaycocke, Jaycocks, Jeacox, Jacox, Jaycox, Jacok, Jecok, Jecokes and many more. Early Notables of the Jackett familyMore information is included under the topic Early Jackett Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
 Jackett migration to the United States | + |
Many English families tired of political and religious strife left Britain for the new colonies in North America. Although the trip itself offered no relief - conditions on the ships were extremely cramped, and many travelers arrived diseased, starving, and destitute - these immigrants believed the opportunities that awaited them were worth the risks. Once in the colonies, many of the families did indeed prosper and, in turn, made significant contributions to the culture and economies of the growing colonies. An inquiry into the early roots of North American families has revealed a number of immigrants bearing the name Jackett or a variant listed above:
Jackett Settlers in United States in the 20th Century- Mr. Henry Jackett, (b. 1885), aged 18, Cornish miller from Ladock, Cornwall, UK travelling aboard the ship "Ivernia" arriving at Ellis Island, New York on 6th May 1903 en route to Chicago, Illinois USA 1
- Mr. Frederick J. Jackett, (b. 1882), aged 22, Cornish settler from Truro, Cornwall, UK travelling aboard the ship "Lucania" arriving at Ellis Island, New York on 30th April 1904 en route to Lake Forest, Illinois, USA 1
| Jackett 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: Jackett Settlers in New Zealand in the 19th Century- Miss Clara Jackett, (b. 1868), aged 7, Cornish settler departing on 12th October 1875 aboard the ship "Caroline" going to Napier, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand arriving in port on 31st January 1876 2
- Mr. Edward Jackett, (b. 1863), aged 12, Cornish settler departing on 12th October 1875 aboard the ship "Caroline" going to Napier, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand arriving in port on 31st January 1876 2
- Miss Emma J. Jackett, (b. 1865), aged 10, Cornish settler departing on 12th October 1875 aboard the ship "Caroline" going to Napier, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand arriving in port on 31st January 1876 2
- Mrs. Jane Jackett, (b. 1838), aged 37, Cornish settler departing on 12th October 1875 aboard the ship "Caroline" going to Napier, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand arriving in port on 31st January 1876 2
- Mr. John Jackett, (b. 1832), aged 43, Cornish farm labourer departing on 12th October 1875 aboard the ship "Caroline" going to Napier, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand arriving in port on 31st January 1876 2
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| Contemporary Notables of the name Jackett (post 1700) | + |
- John J. Jackett, American Democratic Party politician, Candidate for Michigan State House of Representatives from Bay County 2nd District, 1916 3
- Wilbur Roy Jackett OC, QC (1912-2005), Canadian Rhodes Scholar, public servant, jurist, and the first chief justice of the Federal Court of Canada
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Jackett migration to the United States 
Jackett migration to New Zealand 
