Chipperfield History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Etymology of Chipperfield

What does the name Chipperfield mean?

Chipperfield is a name of Anglo-Saxon origin. It was a name given to a carpenter, from the wood chips that festooned a carpenter's hair and body. 1

Early Origins of the Chipperfield family

The surname Chipperfield was first found in Worcestershire, where Isabella Chippes was listed in the Subsidy Rolls for 1275. In Somerset John Chip was found there in the Subsidy Rolls for 1327. 2 Alan de Chepe was found in Devon in 1311 and later William Chepe was listed at Sheffield in 1369. 1

Early History of the Chipperfield family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Chipperfield research. Another 79 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1275, 1327, 1531, 1606, 1620, 1767, 1823, 1844, 1856, 1862 and 1886 are included under the topic Early Chipperfield History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Chipperfield Spelling Variations

Before the last few hundred years, the English language had no fast system of spelling rules. For that reason, spelling variations are commonly found in early Anglo-Saxon surnames. Over the years, many variations of the name Chipperfield were recorded, including Chipp, Chip, Chyppe, Chypp, Chips, Chipps, Chippes, Chippe, Chipet, Chipman, Chippman and many more.

Early Notables of the Chipperfield family

Edmund Thomas Chipp, eldest son of the late T. P. Chipp (well known as the player of the 'Tower drums'), born Christmas Day, 1823, educated in her Majesty's Chapel Royal, St. James's. Studied the violin under Nadaud and Tolbecque, and entered the Queen's private band in 1844. Became known as an organist of some repute, and in 47 succeeded Dr. Gauntlett at St. Olave's, a position he resigned on being elected organist...
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Chipperfield migration to the United States +

To escape oppression and starvation at that time, many English families left for the "open frontiers" of the New World with all its perceived opportunities. In droves people migrated to the many British colonies, those in North America in particular, paying high rates for passages in cramped, unsafe ships. Although many of the settlers did not make the long passage alive, those who did see the shores of North America perceived great opportunities before them. Many of the families that came from England went on to make essential contributions to the emerging nations of Canada and the United States. Research into various historical records revealed some of first members of the Chipperfield family emigrate to North America:

Chipperfield Settlers in United States in the 17th Century

Edmond Chipperfield, aged 20, who arrived in New England aboard the ship "Hopewell", settled in Boston in 1635

Chipperfield Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Lydia Chipperfield, aged 33, who arrived in Ellis Island, New York aboard the ship "Quickstep" in 1855 3
Maria Chipperfield, aged 8, who arrived in Ellis Island, New York aboard the ship "Quickstep" in 1855 3
Rob Chipperfield, aged 39, who arrived in Ellis Island, New York aboard the ship "Quickstep" in 1855 3
Robert Chipperfield, aged 26, who arrived in Ellis Island, New York aboard the ship "Christiana" in 1856 3
Samuel Chipperfield, aged 35, who arrived in Ellis Island, New York aboard the ship "Patrick Henry" in 1859 3
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Chipperfield migration to Australia +

Chipperfield Settlers in Australia in the 20th Century

Kathleen Chipperfield, who arrived in Sydney, Australia aboard the ship "Baradine" in 1922 4
E. H. M. Chipperfield, who arrived in Sydney, Australia aboard the ship "Orsova" in 1923 4

Contemporary Notables of the name Chipperfield (post 1700) +

Sir David Alan Chipperfield CH, CBE, RA, RDI, RIBA, HRSA (b. 1953), English architect, founder of David Chipperfield Architects in 1985, awarded the Pritzker Architecture Prize in 2023
John James "Jimmy" Chipperfield (1894-1966), English footballer
Richard Chipperfield (1904-1988), English circus animal trainer and circus owner of the Chipperfield's Circus dynasty
Arthur Gordon Chipperfield (1905-1987), Australian cricketer who played in 14 Test matches between 1934 and 1938
Sir Geoffrey Howes Chipperfield KCB (b. 1933), retired British civil servant
Ronald James "Ron" Chipperfield (b. 1954), Canadian former professional ice hockey player who served as the Edmonton Oilers' first National Hockey League (NHL) captain
Liam Scott Chipperfield (b. 2004), Swiss professional footballer who plays as midfielder for FC Basel in the Swiss Super League and their U-21 team in the Swiss Promotion League
Scott Kenneth Chipperfield (b. 1975), Australian former soccer player who played as a midfielder for Wollongong Wolves, FC Basel, FC Aesch and Australia

Historic Events for the Chipperfield family +

HMS Vanguard

Mr. Henry Edward Chipperfield (1894-1917), British Armourer's Crew from London, who was aboard the ship "HMS Vanguard" when she exploded in the Scapa Flow off the Orkney Islands, Scotland on 9th July 1917
Herbert Ormond Chipperfield (1893-1917), Canadian tea packer for Blue Ribbon Tea, Private in the 44th Battalion from Manitoba who died at Vimy Ridge May 1917

Sources +

Reaney, P.H and R.M. Wilson, A Dictionary of English Surnames. London: Routledge, 1991. Print. (ISBN 0-415-05737-X)
Dickinson, F.H., Kirby's Quest for Somerset of 16th of Edward the 3rd London: Harrison and Sons, Printers in Ordinary to Her Majesty, St, Martin's Lane, 1889. Print.
Ellis Island Search retrieved 9th February 2023. Retrieved from https://heritage.statueofliberty.org/passenger-result
National Archives of Australia Retrieved 9th February 2023. Retrieved from https://recordsearch.naa.gov.au/SearchNRetrieve/Interface/ListingReports/PassengerListing.aspx