Tirry History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

Origins Available:
England
Ireland

The surname Tirry is a ancient name whose history on English soil dates back to the wave of emigration that followed the Norman Conquest of England in 1066. The name comes from the Norman given name Theodoric. In Ireland, the names was rendered "Tuiridh." There are also thought to be instances of this name in Ireland that derive from Mac Toirdealbhaigh.

Early Origins of the Tirry family

The surname Tirry was first found in the county and city of Cork (Irish: Corcaigh) the ancient Kingdom of Deis Muin (Desmond), located on the southwest coast of Ireland in the province of Munster, where records show them since the 13th century.

Early History of the Tirry family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Tirry research. Another 107 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1172, 1500, 1622, 1640, 1641, 1646, 1660 and 1725 are included under the topic Early Tirry History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Tirry Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Terry, Terrie, Therry, Tyrry, Tirry, MacTerye, O'Terry and many more.

Early Notables of the Tirry family

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Migration of the Tirry family to Ireland

Some of the Tirry family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt.
Another 44 words (3 lines of text) about their life in Ireland is included in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Migration of the Tirry family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: James Terry, who settled in Newfoundland in 1706; Thomas Terry, who settled in Harbour Grace Newfoundland in 1760; Bridget Therry, who came to Toronto in 1885.

The Tirry Motto +

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: Ex cruce leo
Motto Translation: From the cross a lion.