Boase History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms 

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The name Boase is rooted in the ancient Anglo-Saxon culture. It was a name for someone who was a person who bragged one of vain-glory. Further research revealed that the name is derived from the Old English word bost, which means vaunt or brag.

Early Origins of the Boase family

The surname Boase was first found in Cornwall where they held a family seat from ancient times, long before the Norman Conquest in 1066.

Early History of the Boase family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Boase research. Another 53 words (4 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Boase History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Boase Spelling Variations

Boase has been spelled many different ways. Before English spelling became standardized over the last few hundred years, spelling variations in names were a common occurrence. As the English language changed in the Middle Ages, absorbing pieces of Latin and French, as well as other languages, the spelling of people's names also changed considerably, even over a single lifetime. Many variations of the name Boase have been found, including Boas, Boase, Boasie and others.

Early Notables of the Boase family

Another 25 words (2 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Boase Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.


Boase migration to the United States +

In an attempt to escape the chaos experienced in England, many English families boarded overcrowded and diseased ships sailing for the shores of North America and other British colonies. Those families hardy enough, and lucky enough, to make the passage intact were rewarded with land and a social environment less prone to religious and political persecution. Many of these families became important contributors to the young colonies in which they settled. Early immigration and passenger lists have documented some of the first Boases to arrive on North American shores:

Boase Settlers in United States in the 17th Century
Boase Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Boase Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
Boase Settlers in United States in the 20th Century

Boase migration to Canada +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Boase Settlers in Canada in the 18th Century

Boase migration to Australia +

Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include:

Boase Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century

Boase migration to New Zealand +

Emigration to New Zealand followed in the footsteps of the European explorers, such as Captain Cook (1769-70): first came sealers, whalers, missionaries, and traders. By 1838, the British New Zealand Company had begun buying land from the Maori tribes, and selling it to settlers, and, after the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840, many British families set out on the arduous six month journey from Britain to Aotearoa to start a new life. Early immigrants include:

Boase Settlers in New Zealand in the 19th Century

Contemporary Notables of the name Boase (post 1700) +
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