The ancestors of the Dynsmoore family were part of an ancient Scottish tribe called the
Picts. They lived on the lands of Dundemore in
Fife where the family has a long and distinguished history dating back to the early Middle Ages.
Early Origins of the Dynsmoore family
The surname Dynsmoore was first found in
Fife, in the territories of Dundemore, near Lindores. One of the first records of the name was Henry de Dundemore who witnessed a confirmation charter by John, Earl of Huntigdoun of land in Kynalchmund to the Abbey of Arboirath c. 1219 and later witnessed another charter by the same earl granting lands of Lundors to the monks of Lindores (c.1232-1237.)
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Black, George F., The Surnames of Scotland Their Origin, Meaning and History. New York: New York Public Library, 1946. Print. (ISBN 0-87104-172-3) In 1296, the Ragman Rolls listed Patrik de Dundemor and William de Dundemor as landholders in Fife.
Early History of the Dynsmoore family
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Dynsmoore Spelling Variations
In medieval
Scotland, names were more often spelled according to sound than any regular set of rules. An enormous number of
spelling variations were the result. Over the years, the name Dynsmoore has been spelled Dinsmore, Dinsmuir, Dunsmore, Dansmore, Dunmuir and many more.
Early Notables of the Dynsmoore family (pre 1700)
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Migration of the Dynsmoore family to Ireland
Some of the Dynsmoore family moved to
Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt.
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Migration of the Dynsmoore family to the New World and Oceana
In such difficult times,
Ireland,
Australia, and North America looked like better homes for many Scots. The trips were expensive and grueling, but also rewarding, as the colonies were havens for those unwelcome in the old country. That legacy did not die easily, though, and many were forced to fight for their freedom in the American
War of Independence. The Scottish legacy has resurface in more recent times, though, through
Clan societies, highland games, and other organizations. Immigration and passenger lists have shown many early immigrants bearing the old Scottish name of Dynsmoore: James Dunsmore who settled in New
England in 1652. Dunsmore of Virginia represented the colony in 1772. William Dunsmore settled in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1872.
The Dynsmoore Motto
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: Spes anchora tuta
Motto Translation: Hope is a safe anchor.