Falconet History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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England

Early Origins of the Falconet family

The surname Falconet was first found in Cumberland where they held a family seat as Lords of the Manor. The Saxon influence of English history diminished after the Battle of Hastings in 1066. The language of the courts was French for the next three centuries and the Norman ambience prevailed. But Saxon surnames survived and the family name was first referenced in the year 1327 at Workington when they held lands.

Early History of the Falconet family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Falconet research. Another 78 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1455 and 1487 are included under the topic Early Falconet History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Falconet Spelling Variations

The first dictionaries that appeared in the last few hundred years did much to standardize the English language. Before that time, spelling variations in names were a common occurrence. The language was changing, incorporating pieces of other languages, and the spelling of names changed with it. Falconet has been spelled many different ways, including Falcon, Falken, Faucon, Faulcon, Fulchon and others.

Early Notables of the Falconet family

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Migration of the Falconet family

Thousands of English families in this era began to emigrate the New World in search of land and freedom from religious and political persecution. Although the passage was expensive and the ships were dark, crowded, and unsafe, those who made the voyage safely were rewarded with opportunities unavailable to them in their homeland. Research into passenger and immigration lists has revealed some of the very first Falconets to arrive in North America: Alexander Falcon, who came to Virginia in 1620; Francis Falcon, who was naturalized in Alabama in 1845; and Jacob Falcon, a bonded passenger who arrived in America in 1745..

Contemporary Notables of the name Falconet (post 1700) +

Étienne Maurice Falconet (1716-1791), French sculptor

The Falconet 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: Vis, courageux, fier
Motto Translation: Strong, brave, proud.