Gileau History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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England

Early Origins of the Gileau family

The surname Gileau was first found in Northampton 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 1402 where Thomas Gyllowe held estates.

Early History of the Gileau family

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Gileau Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Gillow, Gilow, Gyllow, Gylow, Gilloe, Gillough, Gilough, Giloe, Gillot, Gillott and many more.

Early Notables of the Gileau family

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Migration of the Gileau family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Benjamin Gillow and John Gillow, who arrived in Lynn, MA in 1637; Thomas Gillow, who came to Lynn, MA in 1639; Alexander Gillow, who arrived at Philadelphia in 1811.

The Gileau 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: Alis et animo
Motto Translation: With speed and courage.