Biddisumb History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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England

The name Biddisumb is part of the ancient legacy of the Anglo-Saxon tribes of Britain. It is a product of when the family lived in Bittiscombe, in Somerset. The placename was first recorded in 1180 in the form Bitelescumba, and experts theorize that it is derived from the Old English personal name Bitel and the word cumb, which means valley. Thus the surname Biddisumb literally means the dweller at Bitta's valley.

Early Origins of the Biddisumb family

The surname Biddisumb was first found in Somerset, where they held a family seat from ancient times.

Early History of the Biddisumb family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Biddisumb research. Another 251 words (18 lines of text) covering the years 1180, 1273, 1500, 1576, 1747, 1750, 1807 and 1878 are included under the topic Early Biddisumb History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Biddisumb Spelling Variations

The first dictionaries that appeared in the last few hundred years did much to standardize the English language. Before that time, spelling variations in names were a common occurrence. The language was changing, incorporating pieces of other languages, and the spelling of names changed with it. Biddisumb has been spelled many different ways, including Biddlecombe, Bittiscumbe, Bittiscombe, Bitelescumbe, Biteliscombe, Biddelcombe, Biddalcomb and many more.

Early Notables of the Biddisumb family

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Migration of the Biddisumb family

Thousands of English families in this era began to emigrate the New World in search of land and freedom from religious and political persecution. Although the passage was expensive and the ships were dark, crowded, and unsafe, those who made the voyage safely were rewarded with opportunities unavailable to them in their homeland. Research into passenger and immigration lists has revealed some of the very first Biddisumbs to arrive in North America: Walter Biddelcombe who arrived in Michigan in 1892.

The Biddisumb 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: Non Omnis Moriam
Motto Translation: Not all memory