Fredericks History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe earliest origins of the name Fredericks date back to the time of the Anglo-Saxons. The name is derived from the baptismal name Frederick. Baptismal names began to appear as surnames relatively late in the growth of the naming tradition. This is a little surprising, given the popularity of biblical figures in the Christian countries of Europe. Nevertheless, surnames derived from baptismal names grew in popularity during the Middle Ages, and have become one of the foremost sources for surnames. Early Origins of the Fredericks familyThe surname Fredericks was first found in Lincolnshire where they held a family seat from very early times. Early History of the Fredericks familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Fredericks research. Another 102 words (7 lines of text) covering the years 1273, 1601, 1655, 1656, 1679 and 1685 are included under the topic Early Fredericks History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Fredericks Spelling VariationsUntil quite recently, the English language has lacked a definite system of spelling rules. Consequently, Anglo-Saxon surnames are characterized by a multitude of spelling variations. Changes in Anglo-Saxon names were influenced by the evolution of the English language, as it incorporated elements of French, Latin, and other languages. Although Medieval scribes and church officials recorded names as they sounded, so it is common to find one person referred to by several different spellings of his surname, even the most literate people varied the spelling of their own names. Variations of the name Fredericks include Frederick, Fredericks, Frederic, Frary and others. Early Notables of the Fredericks familyAnother 38 words (3 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Fredericks Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Fredericks RankingIn the United States, the name Fredericks is the 4,365th most popular surname with an estimated 7,461 people with that name. 1 However, in South Africa, the name Fredericks is ranked the 416th most popular surname with an estimated 17,276 people with that name. 2
Searching for a better life, many English families migrated to British colonies. Unfortunately, the majority of them traveled under extremely harsh conditions: overcrowding on the ships caused the majority of the immigrants to arrive diseased, famished, and destitute from the long journey across the ocean. For those families that arrived safely, modest prosperity was attainable, and many went on to make invaluable contributions to the development of the cultures of the new colonies. Research into the origins of individual families in North America revealed records of the immigration of a number of people bearing the name Fredericks or a variant listed above: Fredericks Settlers in United States in the 17th Century
Fredericks Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Fredericks Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include: Fredericks Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century
Emigration to New Zealand followed in the footsteps of the European explorers, such as Captain Cook (1769-70): first came sealers, whalers, missionaries, and traders. By 1838, the British New Zealand Company had begun buying land from the Maori tribes, and selling it to settlers, and, after the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840, many British families set out on the arduous six month journey from Britain to Aotearoa to start a new life. Early immigrants include: Fredericks Settlers in New Zealand 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: Prudens simplicitas beat Motto Translation: Prudent simplicity blesses
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