Meare History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Germany

Etymology of Meare

What does the name Meare mean?

The name Meare is an occupational hereditary surname, a type of surname that was taken from a word describing or common to the profession of the original bearer. It is a name for a mayor, or elected head of the community. The name stems from the German word "meier," meaning mayor.

Early Origins of the Meare family

The surname Meare was first found in Prussia, where the name emerged in medieval times as one of the notable families of the region. From the 13th century the surname was identified with the great social and economic evolution which made this territory a landmark contributor to the development of the nation.

Early History of the Meare family

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Meare Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Meier, Meierr, Meieres, Meiers, Meierr, Meierrs, Meierres, Meeier, Mire, Mier, Miere and many more.

Early Notables of the Meare family

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Meare migration to the United States +

Meare Settlers in United States in the 17th Century

John Meare, who settled in Maryland in 1658
Hugh Meare, who arrived in Virginia in 1672

Meare Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Thomas Meare, who settled in New York, NY in 1823

The Meare 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: Semper Paratus
Motto Translation: Always prepared.