Colgrave History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEtymology of ColgraveWhat does the name Colgrave mean? The distinguished surname Colgrave is Anglo-Saxon in origin. It is made up of two elements, both derived from Old English: "col," meaning "cold," and "graf," meaning "grove" or "thicket." It is likely that the original bearer of the name was someone from the north who lived near a large or well-known grove. Early Origins of the Colgrave familyThe surname Colgrave was first found in Oxfordshire, where the name is thought to have first emerged. The earliest known bearer of the name was Geo Colgrave, who was married in Oxfordshire in 1566. Early History of the Colgrave familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Colgrave research. Another 117 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1566, 1610, 1620, 1640, 1663, 1667, 1694, 1717, 1759, 1768 and 1787 are included under the topic Early Colgrave History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Colgrave Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Colgrove, Colgrave, Colegrove, Colegrave and others. Early Notables of the Colgrave familyDistinguished members of the family include
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Colgrave Settlers in United States in the 20th Century
Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include: Colgrave Settlers in Australia in 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: Fidei constants Motto Translation: Steadfast in faith.
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