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Etymology of Bamen

What does the name Bamen mean?

A family in the Pictish tribe of ancient Scotland was the first to use the name Bamen. They lived in the old lands of Balmanno in Kincardine. The name is a topographic or local surname, which was given to a family who held a barony or lands, had houses, manors or estates in the area.

Early Origins of the Bamen family

The surname Bamen was first found in the parish of Maryldrk, Kincardineshire where Huwe de Balmenaghe of the county of Perth rendered homage in 1296. "The horse of Adam de Balmanaghe is mentioned in 1312, Robert Balmanauch was bailie and burgess of Karale in 1361, the land of Gilbert de Balmanow in Crale is mentioned in 1421, and Robert de Balmannoch is mentioned in a case between the abbeys of Arnbroath and Balmerino in 1459." 1

Early History of the Bamen family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Bamen research. Another 143 words (10 lines of text) covering the years 1447, 1470, 1473, 1491, 1495, 1534, 1556, 1582, 1589, 1627 and 1684 are included under the topic Early Bamen History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Bamen Spelling Variations

In medieval Scotland, names were more often spelled according to sound than any regular set of rules. An enormous number of spelling variations were the result. Over the years, the name Bamen has been spelled Balmano, Belmano, Belmanno, Bolmano, Ballmanno and many more.

Early Notables of the Bamen family

John Belleman or Belmain was, according to Fuller, the French tutor of Edward VI. "The prince appears to have commenced his studies under his instructor in his seventh year (1534). Belleman seems, however, to have been retained in the royal service till the close of...
Another 44 words (3 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Bamen Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Migration of the Bamen family

In such difficult times, Ireland, Australia, and North America looked like better homes for many Scots. The trips were expensive and grueling, but also rewarding, as the colonies were havens for those unwelcome in the old country. That legacy did not die easily, though, and many were forced to fight for their freedom in the American War of Independence. The Scottish legacy has resurface in more recent times, though, through Clan societies, highland games, and other organizations. Immigration and passenger lists have shown many early immigrants bearing the old Scottish name of Bamen: Bamon Balmon who settled in Philadelphia, Pa. in 1868. William Belmano arrived in Philadelphia in 1856.

The Bamen 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
Motto Translation: Strongly (bravely)
  1. Black, George F., The Surnames of Scotland Their Origin, Meaning and History. New York: New York Public Library, 1946. Print. (ISBN 0-87104-172-3)

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