Batekane History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe Batekane name was coined by the Anglo-Saxon tribes of Britain. Batekane was originally a name given to someone who worked as a maker or seller of knives. The surname Batekane comes from the Old English word bodkin, which is also spelled bodekin, and refers to a short, pointed weapon or dagger. Early Origins of the Batekane familyThe surname Batekane was first found in Kent, where they held a family seat from ancient times. Early History of the Batekane familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Batekane research. Another 208 words (15 lines of text) covering the years 1273, 1297, 1312, 1331, 1349, 1369, 1518, 1519, 1523, 1572, 1610, 1611, 1623, 1639, 1640, 1710, 1752 and 1779 are included under the topic Early Batekane History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Batekane Spelling VariationsIt is only in the last few hundred years that the English language has been standardized. For that reason, early Anglo-Saxon surnames like Batekane are characterized by many spelling variations. As the English language changed and incorporated elements of other European languages, even literate people changed the spelling of their names. The variations of the name Batekane include: Badkin, Bodkin, Bodekin, Badekin, Bodekyn, Badekyn, Batekyn, Bodychen, Battkin and many more. Early Notables of the Batekane familyMore information is included under the topic Early Batekane Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Batekane family to IrelandSome of the Batekane family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt. Migration of the Batekane familyMany English families tired of political and religious strife left Britain for the new colonies in North America. Although the trip itself offered no relief - conditions on the ships were extremely cramped, and many travelers arrived diseased, starving, and destitute - these immigrants believed the opportunities that awaited them were worth the risks. Once in the colonies, many of the families did indeed prosper and, in turn, made significant contributions to the culture and economies of the growing colonies. An inquiry into the early roots of North American families has revealed a number of immigrants bearing the name Batekane or a variant listed above: a number of settlers who arrived by 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: Crom-a-Boo Motto Translation: Crom for ever. |