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![Show Contents]() Natchbull History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
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The origins of the Anglo-Saxon name Natchbull come from its first bearer, who was a brave and strong person. The surname Natchbull originally derived from the Old English words Knatch which meant to strike and Bull which referred to the animal bull. A broad and miscellaneous class of surnames, nickname surnames referred to a characteristic of the first person who used the name. They can describe the bearer's favored style of clothing, appearance, habits, or character. Early Origins of the Natchbull familyThe surname Natchbull was first found in Kent where one of the first records of the name was John Knatchbull who held lands in the parish of Limme in the reign of Edward III. 1 "The main branch was at Mersham-Hatch, by purchase temp. Henry VII and there the present Baronet yet resides." 2 Early History of the Natchbull familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Natchbull research. Another 83 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1602, 1636, 1660, 1674, 1685, 1690, 1696, 1712 and 1730 are included under the topic Early Natchbull History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Natchbull Spelling VariationsThe first dictionaries that appeared in the last few hundred years did much to standardize the English language. Before that time, spelling variations in names were a common occurrence. The language was changing, incorporating pieces of other languages, and the spelling of names changed with it. Natchbull has been spelled many different ways, including Knatchbull, Knatchpole, Knatchpoole and others. Early Notables of the Natchbull familyDistinguished members of the family include - Sir Norton Knatchbull, 1st Baronet of Mersham Hatch (1602-1685), an English politician, founder of The Norton Knatchbull School, Ashford
- Sir John Knatchbull, 2nd Baronet (c.1636-1696), an English landowner and politician, Member of Parliament for New Romney (1660), Commissioner to the Lord Privy Seal (1690)
- Sir Thomas Knatchbull, 3rd Baronet (d. 1712)
Migration of the Natchbull familyThousands of English families in this era began to emigrate the New World in search of land and freedom from religious and political persecution. Although the passage was expensive and the ships were dark, crowded, and unsafe, those who made the voyage safely were rewarded with opportunities unavailable to them in their homeland. Research into passenger and immigration lists has revealed some of the very first Natchbulls to arrive in North America: John Knatchpoole settled in Virginia in 1654; John Knatchbull settled in Barbados with his servants in 1679.
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: In crucifixa gloria mea
Motto Translation: My glory is in the cross.
- Shirley, Evelyn Philip, The Noble and Gentle Men of England; The Arms and Descents. Westminster: John Bower Nichols and Sons, 1866, Print.
- Lower, Mark Anthony, Patronymica Britannica, A Dictionary of Family Names of the United Kingdom. London: John Russel Smith, 1860. Print.
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