| ![Show Contents]() Pannifer History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
The surname Pannifer is derived from the Old English words "penig," which means "penny," and "fæder," which means "father." The surname Pannifer was a nickname for a person noted for uncompromising frugality, which then became a hereditary surname. Some instances of the surname may be have derived from the name of the manor of Pontfathew in Merioneth. Early Origins of the Pannifer familyThe surname Pannifer was first found in Merionethshire (Welsh: Sir Feirionnydd), made a county in Northwest Wales in 1284, and anciently part of the kingdom of Gwynedd, 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 Pannifer familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Pannifer research. Another 61 words (4 lines of text) covering the years 1666, 1716, 1733 and 1735 are included under the topic Early Pannifer History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Pannifer Spelling VariationsAlthough there are comparatively few Welsh surnames, they have a great many spelling variations. Variations of Welsh names began almost immediately after their acceptance within Welsh society. In the Middle Ages, it was up to priests and the few other people that recorded names in official documents to decide how to spell the names that they heard. Variations that occurred because of improper recording increased dramatically as the names were later transliterated into English. The Brythonic Celtic language of Wales, known by natives as Cymraeg, featured many highly inflected sounds that could not be properly captured by the English language. Spelling variations were, however, also carried out according to an individual's design: a branch loyalty within the family, a religious adherence, or even patriotic affiliations were all indicated by the particular variation of one's name. The spelling variations of the name Pannifer have included Pennefather, Penniefather, Penyfather, Pennyfadyr and many more. Early Notables of the Pannifer familyMore information is included under the topic Early Pannifer Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.  Migration of the Pannifer family to Ireland
Some of the Pannifer family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt.
Another 147 words (10 lines of text) about their life in Ireland is included in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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The Welsh began to emigrate to North America in the late 1800s and early 1900s in search of land, work, and freedom. Those that arrived helped shape the industry, commerce, and the cultural heritage of both Canada and the United States. The records regarding immigration and passenger show a number of people bearing the name Pannifer:
Pannifer Settlers in United States in the 20th Century- Clarrissa Pannifer, aged 42, who immigrated to the United States from Manchester, England, in 1923
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Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include: Pannifer Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century- John Pannifer, English convict from Middlesex, who was transported aboard the "Asia" on September 3rd, 1820, settling in New South Wales, Australia 1
- Mr. James Pannifer, English convict who was convicted in Ipswich, Suffolk, England for 15 years, transported aboard the "Eden" on 8th July 1840, arriving in New South Wales, Australia 2
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: I abyde my tyme
Motto Translation: I byde my time.
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Pannifer migration to the United States 
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