Meakes History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe clans of the ancient Scottish Pictish tribe were the ancestors of the first person to use the name Meakes. It was name for a timid person. Meakes is a nickname, which belongs to the category of hereditary surnames. Nicknames form a broad and miscellaneous class of surnames, and can refer directly or indirectly to one's personality, physical attributes, mannerisms, or even their habits of dress. The surname Meakes comes from the Old English word meek, which means humble or merciful. 1 2 3 Early Origins of the Meakes familyThe surname Meakes was first found in Fife, where "a family of this name held lands from the abbots of Cupar from the middle of the fifteenth century. William Mek had a tack of part, of Cowbyr in 1457, Will Meyk was tenant of Coupergrgange in 1468, and William Meyk was tenant of Balmyl in 1485." 4 Further south in England, Richard Mek was registered in Somerset in 1299 and later, Robert le Meke was listed as a Freeman of York in 1300. 5 Early History of the Meakes familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Meakes research. Another 157 words (11 lines of text) covering the years 1545, 1549, 1584, 1676, 1680, 1684, 1695, 1797 and 1890 are included under the topic Early Meakes History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Meakes Spelling VariationsScribes in the Middle Ages did not have access to a set of spelling rules. They spelled according to sound, the result was a great number of spelling variations. In various documents, Meakes has been spelled Meek, Meeke, Meeks, Meik, Meech, Meach, Mekie and others. Early Notables of the Meakes familyMore information is included under the topic Early Meakes Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Meakes family to IrelandSome of the Meakes family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt.
The cruelties suffered under the new government forced many to leave their ancient homeland for the freedom of the North American colonies. Those who arrived safely found land, freedom, and opportunity for the taking. These hardy settlers gave their strength and perseverance to the young nations that would become the United States and Canada. Immigration and passenger lists have shown many early immigrants bearing the name Meakes: Meakes Settlers in United States in the 17th 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: Jungor ut implear Motto Translation: I am joined that I may become full.
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