Elliott History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms 

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Today's generation of the Elliott family inherits a name that was first used by the Scottish tribe known as the Picts. The first family to use the name Elliott lived in Liddesdale and Teviotdale where the family has a long and distinguished history dating back to the early Middle Ages. The name is actually derived from the Old English personal name Elwald or Aelfwald, but this name is now all but extinct as a personal name.

"A William Aliot came into England with the Conqueror, and the name seems to be connected with Alis and Ellis." 1

Early Origins of the Elliott family

The surname Elliott was first found in Liddesdale, and Teviotdale. Although originally from Elliott, a village near Forfar, this Clan was persuaded by the Douglases to move south to help defend the border in 1396. There they became one of the most influential clans. Some of the notable personalities were "Archie Fire the Braes," "Hob of the Park," "Little Jock of the Park," "Jock Half Lugs," "Jock A'God's Name," "Gibbe Wi' the Gowden Gartens."

Early History of the Elliott family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Elliott research. Another 141 words (10 lines of text) covering the years 1450, 1490, 1499, 1522, 1546, 1565, 1592, 1604, 1612, 1632, 1636, 1640, 1665, 1668, 1670, 1685, 1690, 1700, 1714, 1726, 1784, 1789, 1797, 1890 and 1898 are included under the topic Early Elliott History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Elliott Spelling Variations

Repeated and inaccurate translation of Scottish names from Gaelic to English and back resulted in a wide variety of spelling variations with single names. Elliott has appeared Elliott, Elliot, Eliot, Eliott, Ellegett, Ellegot, Ellecot, Ellacott, Ellacot, Ellgate, Ellett, Ellit and many more.

Early Notables of the Elliott family

Notable amongst the Clan at this time was

Elliott World Ranking

In the United States, the name Elliott is the 193rd most popular surname with an estimated 129,324 people with that name. 2 However, in Canada, the name Elliott is ranked the 150th most popular surname with an estimated 22,470 people with that name. 3 And in Newfoundland, Canada, the name Elliott is the 83rd popular surname with an estimated 346 people with that name. 4 Australia ranks Elliott as 112nd with 23,796 people. 5 New Zealand ranks Elliott as 148th with 3,333 people. 6 The United Kingdom ranks Elliott as 108th with 43,986 people. 7

Migration of the Elliott family to Ireland

Some of the Elliott family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt.
Another 80 words (6 lines of text) about their life in Ireland is included in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.


Elliott migration to the United States +

Many Scottish families suffered enormous hardships and were compelled to leave their country of birth. They traveled to Ireland and Australia, but mostly to the colonies of North America, where many found the freedom and opportunity they sought. It was not without a fight, though, as many were forced to stand up and defend their freedom in the American War of Independence. The ancestors of these Scots abroad have rediscovered their heritage in the last century through the Clan societies and other organizations that have sprung up across North America. Immigration and passenger ship lists show some important early immigrants bearing the name Elliott:

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

Elliott migration to Canada +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Elliott Settlers in Canada in the 18th Century
Elliott Settlers in Canada in the 19th Century

Elliott migration to Australia +

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

Elliott Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century

Elliott 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:

Elliott Settlers in New Zealand in the 19th Century

Contemporary Notables of the name Elliott (post 1700) +


The Elliott 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: Fortiter et recte
Motto Translation: Rightly and Boldly
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