Antrobus History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEtymology of AntrobusWhat does the name Antrobus mean? Antrobus is a name of ancient Norman origin. It arrived in England with the Norman Conquest of 1066. The Antrobus family lived in Cheshire, where they held lands and a family seat at Antrobus. Early Origins of the Antrobus familyThe surname Antrobus was first found in Cheshire at Antrobus, a civil parish and village in the parish of Great Budworth, union of Runcorn and the hundred of Bucklow. The place name dates back to the Domesday Book where it was listed as Entrebus. At that time, it was part of the Tunnendune hundred and there was land enough for one plough. 1 Literally, the place name means 'within the woods' having been derived from the Norman-French Entre-bois. "Antrobus Hall and demesne belonged to the family of Antrobus from an early period till the reign of Henry IV., when it was sold to the Venables family. The estate was purchased in 1808 of Edward Townshend, Esq., of Chester, by Edmond Antrobus, Esq., a descendant of the former proprietors, and is now the property of Sir Edmund W. Antrobus, Bart." 2 Early History of the Antrobus familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Antrobus research. Another 60 words (4 lines of text) covering the years 1460, 1604 and 1808 are included under the topic Early Antrobus History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Antrobus Spelling VariationsEndless spelling variations are a prevailing characteristic of Norman surnames. Old and Middle English lacked any definite spelling rules, and the introduction of Norman French added an unfamiliar ingredient to the English linguistic stew. French and Latin, the languages of the court, also influenced spellings. Finally, Medieval scribes generally spelled words according to how they sounded, so one person was often referred to by different spellings in different documents. The name has been spelled Anthrobus, Antrobus, Antrobuss, Entrobus and others. Early Notables of the Antrobus familyOutstanding amongst the family at this time was
To escape the political and religious persecution within England at the time, many English families left for the various British colonies abroad. The voyage was extremely difficult, though, and the cramped, dank ships caused many to arrive in the New World diseased and starving. But for those who made it, the trip was most often worth it. Many of the families who arrived went on to make valuable contributions to the emerging nations of Canada and the United States. An inquiry into the early roots of North American families reveals a number of immigrants bearing the name Antrobus or a variant listed above: Antrobus Settlers in United States in the 17th Century
Antrobus Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Antrobus Settlers in United States in the 20th Century
Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include: Antrobus Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century
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: Dei memor, gratus amicis Motto Translation: Mindful of God.
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