Carden History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEtymology of CardenWhat does the name Carden mean? The Anglo-Saxon name Carden comes from when the family resided in the village of Carden in the county of Cheshire. This surname is derived from the Old English word cairn which was a rock structure, often as simple as a small pile of stones, serving as a memorial or marker of an important place. The surname may have also used been used as a nickname for a stubborn person. In such a case, it would have been derived from the word Cardon, meaning thistle. Early Origins of the Carden familyThe surname Carden was first found in Cheshire where they held a family seat from very ancient times, some say well before the Norman Conquest and the arrival of Duke William at Hastings in 1066 A.D. Early History of the Carden familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Carden research. Another 61 words (4 lines of text) covering the years 1086 and 1890 are included under the topic Early Carden History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Carden Spelling VariationsBefore English spelling was standardized a few hundred years ago, spelling variations of names were a common occurrence. Elements of Latin, French and other languages became incorporated into English through the Middle Ages, and name spellings changed even among the literate. The variations of the surname Carden include Carden, Cardon, Cardin, Cawarden and others. Early Notables of the Carden familyNotables of the family at this time include
Carden RankingIn the United States, the name Carden is the 3,533rd most popular surname with an estimated 7,461 people with that name. 1 Migration of the Carden family to IrelandSome of the Carden family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt.
A great wave of immigration to the New World was the result of the enormous political and religious disarray that struck England at that time. Families left for the New World in extremely large numbers. The long journey was the end of many immigrants and many more arrived sick and starving. Still, those who made it were rewarded with an opportunity far greater than they had known at home in England. These emigrant families went on to make significant contributions to these emerging colonies in which they settled. Some of the first North American settlers carried this name or one of its variants: Carden Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Carden Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Carden Settlers in Canada in the 19th Century
Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include: Carden Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century
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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: Fide et amore Motto Translation: By fidelity and love.
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