Wiliamsume History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe chronicles of the Wiliamsume family indicate that the name was first used by the Strathclyde Britons of the Scottish/English Borderlands. Wiliamsume is derived from the Norman personal name William. The name literally was derived from the patronymic expression son of William. Early Origins of the Wiliamsume familyThe surname Wiliamsume was first found in Peebles, where Johannes filius Wilelmi, the Latin form of the name, is found in 1317. "Adam, son of William, rendered to Exchequer the accounts of the burgh of Peebles in 1343, and John, the son of William, was bailie there in 1365. Ion Willameson of Angus was on assize of the marches of Woodwrae in 1388, John Willelmi was official of Brechin in 1434, and Alexander Willyamsone, a native of Aberdeen, and John Williamson, born at Euchemartyn , received letters of denization in England in 1463 and 1480. 'Jhone Williamson and Donald Willeam Allanson his bruder' are witnesses to a bond in 1527. Thomas Williamson was an archer of the guard in the reign of Charles VIII (1485-98). The surname is also spelled in France D'Oillençon, and the families of this name preserve their old motto 'Venture and win.' " 1 Early History of the Wiliamsume familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Wiliamsume research. Another 131 words (9 lines of text) covering the years 1634, 1702, 1706, 1730, 1747, 1754, 1757, 1758, 1762, 1765, 1799 and 1890 are included under the topic Early Wiliamsume History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Wiliamsume Spelling VariationsThe many spelling variations in Medieval Scottish names result from the fact that scribes in that era spelled words according to sound. Translation too, was an undeveloped science, and many names were altered into complete obscurity. Over the years Wiliamsume has been spelled Williamson, Wiliamson, Williamsone and others. Early Notables of the Wiliamsume familyNotable amongst the family at this time was David Williamson, (c. 1634-1706) a Scottish minister and Covenanter who served as moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland in 1702. He is notable for his long association with Edinburgh's West Kirk, his seven marriages, and his portrayal in the traditional song "Dainty Davie". He is said to have buried six wives and the seventh buried him. During his time as an outlaw, he escaped capture many times, most notably by hiding in bed with Jean Kerr of Cherrytrees, who became the third of his seven wives.
Peter Williamson (1730-1799)... Migration of the Wiliamsume family to IrelandSome of the Wiliamsume family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt. Migration of the Wiliamsume familyTo escape the uncertainties and discrimination faced in Scotland, many decided to head out for North America. Once they arrived, many Scots fought with relish in the American War of Independence; some went north to Canada as United Empire Loyalists. Many ancestors of these Scots have recovered their lost national heritage in the 20th century through Clan organizations and Scottish historical societies. Among the settlers to North America were: Michael Williamson, who settled in Massachusetts in 1631; James Williamson, who settled in Virginia in 1654 along with Isaac, Richard, Alice, and Ann.
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