Roat History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Roat familyThe surname Roat was first found in Somerset, where a Norman noble was granted lands by his liege Lord, William, Duke of Normandy. They branched north to Scotland where typically many Norman nobles were granted lands by the Scottish monarch. Early History of the Roat familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Roat research. Another 152 words (11 lines of text) covering the years 1400, 1513, 1554, 1585, 1600, 1606, 1740 and 1768 are included under the topic Early Roat History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Roat Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Roatt, Roat, Roett, Roet, Rowat, Rowatt, Rowet, Rowett, Rouet, Rouett and many more. Early Notables of the Roat familyMore information is included under the topic Early Roat Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Roat Settlers in United States in the 18th 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: Quaerere verum Motto Translation: To seek the truth.
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