Craps History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Etymology of Craps

What does the name Craps mean?

The name Craps is rooted in the ancient Anglo-Saxon culture. It was originally a name for someone who worked as a mower, or field laborer. The surname Craps was originally derived from the Old English word cropp, which means cut, which was quite common in Lancashire.

Early Origins of the Craps family

The surname Craps was first found in Lancashire 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 Craps family

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Craps Spelling Variations

It is only in the last few hundred years that the English language has been standardized. For that reason, early Anglo-Saxon surnames like Craps are characterized by many spelling variations. As the English language changed and incorporated elements of other European languages, even literate people changed the spelling of their names. The variations of the name Craps include Cropper, Crowper, Crapper and others.

Early Notables of the Craps family

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Migration of the Craps family

Many English families tired of political and religious strife left Britain for the new colonies in North America. Although the trip itself offered no relief - conditions on the ships were extremely cramped, and many travelers arrived diseased, starving, and destitute - these immigrants believed the opportunities that awaited them were worth the risks. Once in the colonies, many of the families did indeed prosper and, in turn, made significant contributions to the culture and economies of the growing colonies. An inquiry into the early roots of North American families has revealed a number of immigrants bearing the name Craps or a variant listed above: Gilbert Cropper, who came to Maryland in 1668; John Cropper, who arrived in Maryland in 1680; William Cropper, a bonded passenger, who came to Maryland in 1722.