Stogdale History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe name Stogdale is an old Anglo-Saxon name. It comes from when a family lived in either of the settlements called Stockdale in Yorkshire or Cumberland. The surname Stogdale belongs to the large category of Anglo-Saxon habitation names, which are derived from pre-existing names for towns, villages, parishes, or farmsteads. Early Origins of the Stogdale familyThe surname Stogdale was first found in Yorkshire where they held a family seat as Lords of the Manor of Lockington, some say, before the Norman Conquest in 1066 A.D. Early History of the Stogdale familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Stogdale research. Another 79 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1634, 1660 and 1693 are included under the topic Early Stogdale History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Stogdale Spelling VariationsBefore the last few hundred years, the English language had no fast system of spelling rules. For that reason, spelling variations are commonly found in early Anglo-Saxon surnames. Over the years, many variations of the name Stogdale were recorded, including Stockdale, Storkdale, Stackdall, Stackdale, Stockdall, Stockall, Stockdell, Stackdell and many more. Early Notables of the Stogdale familyMore information is included under the topic Early Stogdale Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
To escape oppression and starvation at that time, many English families left for the "open frontiers" of the New World with all its perceived opportunities. In droves people migrated to the many British colonies, those in North America in particular, paying high rates for passages in cramped, unsafe ships. Although many of the settlers did not make the long passage alive, those who did see the shores of North America perceived great opportunities before them. Many of the families that came from England went on to make essential contributions to the emerging nations of Canada and the United States. Research into various historical records revealed some of first members of the Stogdale family emigrate to North America: Stogdale Settlers in United States 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: Omnia mei donna Deo Motto Translation: All my goods are the gift of God.
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