Boye History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe rugged western mountains of Scotland's coastline and the Hebrides islands were home to the ancestors of the Boye family. Boye was originally a name for a person with fair hair. The surname Bowie is derived from the Gaelic word buidhe, which was used to describe a person with blonde hair. The surname Bowie is also derived from the Scottish Gaelic personal name Bowen, which refers to the son of Owen. Early Origins of the Boye familyThe surname Boye was first found in Kintyre, where they held a family seat from very early times. Early History of the Boye familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Boye research. Another 144 words (10 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Boye History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Boye Spelling VariationsSpelling variations are a very common occurrence in records of early Scottish names. They result from the repeated and inaccurate translations that many names went through in the course of various English occupations of Scotland. Boye has been spelled Bowie, Bowey, Bowy, Bouwie, Bouwey, Bouwy, Bouwy, Bawie, Bawey and many more. Early Notables of the Boye familyMore information is included under the topic Early Boye Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Boye RankingIn France, the name Boye is the 5,313rd most popular surname with an estimated 1,000 - 1,500 people with that name. 1 Migration of the Boye family to IrelandSome of the Boye family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt. More information about their life in Ireland is included in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
The hardy Scots who made the crossing settled all along the east coast of North America and in the great west that was just then opening up. At the time of the American War of Independence, many United Empire Loyalists moved north from the American colonies to Canada. Scottish national heritage became better known in North America in the 20th century through highland games and other patriotic events. An examination of immigration records and passenger ship lists revealed that people bearing the name Boye arrived in North America very early: Boye Settlers in United States in the 17th CenturyBoye Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
Boye Settlers in United States in the 20th 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: Coelestia seqor Motto Translation: I follow heavenly things.
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