Show ContentsLearmouth History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

Early Origins of the Learmouth family

The surname Learmouth was first found in Berwickshire where they held a family seat from very ancient times, some say well before the Norman Conquest and the arrival of Duke William at Hastings in 1066 A.D.

Early History of the Learmouth family

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Learmouth Spelling Variations

The name Learmouth, appeared in many references, and from time to time, the surname was spelt Learmont, Learmonth, Learmond, Leirmonth, Larmonth, Lermont and many more.

Early Notables of the Learmouth family

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Australia Learmouth migration to Australia +

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

Learmouth Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century

Contemporary Notables of the name Learmouth (post 1700) +

  • Dianne Learmouth, American actress, known for Cockneys vs Zombies (2012) and Jack the Ripper: The Definitive Story (2011)
  • Peter Learmouth, American television writer, known for his work on Let Them East Cake (1999) and Surgical Spirit (1989-1995)
  • Harry Learmouth Cook (b. 1914), Scottish footballer who played for Kilmarnock and Dumbarton (1934-1936)


The Learmouth 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: Spero
Motto Translation: I hope.


  1. Convict Records Voyages to Australia (Retrieved 20th October 2021). Retrieved from https://convictrecords.com.au/ships/eden


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