Liney History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe Irish surnames in use today are underpinned by a multitude of rich histories. The name Liney originally appeared in Gaelic as Ó Luinigh. Early Origins of the Liney familyThe surname Liney was first found in County Tyrone (Irish: Tír Eoghain), the ancient territory of the O'Neills, now in the Province of Ulster, central Northern Ireland, where they held a family seat from ancient times. Early History of the Liney familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Liney research. Another 61 words (4 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Liney History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Liney Spelling VariationsIn the Middle Ages many people were recorded under different spellings each time their name was written down. Research on the Liney family name revealed numerous spelling variations, including Lunney, Lunnie, Looney, Loney, Lunny, O'Lunney and others. Early Notables of the Liney familyMore information is included under the topic Early Liney Notables 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: Liney 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: Patriae infelici fidelis Motto Translation: Faithful to an unhappy country.
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