Derman History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Etymology of Derman

What does the name Derman mean?

The earliest origins of the family name Derman date back to the Anglo-Saxon culture of Britain. It was a name given to a brave or bold man. Further research revealed that the name is derived from the word deor, which meant wild animal, or brave, or bold, and mann, for man. Thus, the name meant "wild man," or "brave man." Conflicting records show the name was a baptismal in origin as in the son of Dereman and evidence points to the Domesday Book where Dereman and Derman was found. In the scenario, the name was an expression of affection.

Early Origins of the Derman family

The surname Derman was first found in Essex 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 Derman family

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Derman Spelling Variations

Before 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 Derman include Dearman, Deerman, Dereman, Derman, Durman and others.

Early Notables of the Derman family

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Derman migration to Canada +

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:

Derman Settlers in Canada in the 19th Century

Sophia Derman, age 18, who arrived in Halifax, Nova Scotia in 1855
Sophia Derman, aged 18, who landed in Halifax, Nova Scotia in 1855