Gregston History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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England

Early Origins of the Gregston family

The surname Gregston was first found in Durham 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 Gregston family

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Gregston Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Gregson, Grigson and others.

Early Notables of the Gregston family

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Migration of the Gregston family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Thomas Gregson who settled in Maryland in 1633; later moved to NewHaven Conn; James Gregson arrived in Philadelphia in 1844.

The Gregston 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: Altius
Motto Translation: I aim