Harlick History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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England

Etymology of Harlick

What does the name Harlick mean?

The Harlick surname comes from the Old English words "har," meaning "grey" and "locc," which refers to a lock of hair. Thus the surname was most likely formed from a nickname for someone with a patch of grey hair.

Early Origins of the Harlick family

The surname Harlick was first found in Hampshire where the family name was first referenced in the year 1066 when Borewoldus Horloc held a family seat at Winton. The name literally means "grey lock" from the Old English words "har" + "locc." 1

Early History of the Harlick family

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Harlick Spelling Variations

Before the last few hundred years, the English language had no fast system of spelling rules. For that reason, spelling variations are commonly found in early Anglo-Saxon surnames. Over the years, many variations of the name Harlick were recorded, including Harlock, Horlock, Horlick, Harloch, Harlok, Horliche, Hollick and many more.

Early Notables of the Harlick family

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Harlick migration to the United States +

To escape oppression and starvation at that time, many English families left for the "open frontiers" of the New World with all its perceived opportunities. In droves people migrated to the many British colonies, those in North America in particular, paying high rates for passages in cramped, unsafe ships. Although many of the settlers did not make the long passage alive, those who did see the shores of North America perceived great opportunities before them. Many of the families that came from England went on to make essential contributions to the emerging nations of Canada and the United States. Research into various historical records revealed some of first members of the Harlick family emigrate to North America:

Harlick Settlers in United States in the 17th Century

John Harlick, who settled in Virginia in 1681

Harlick Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Katha. Harlick, who settled in New York, NY in 1893
Josef Harlick, who arrived in New York, NY in 1893
Jan Harlick, who settled in New York, NY in 1893
Jacob Harlick, who settled in New York, NY in 1893

Sources +

Reaney, P.H and R.M. Wilson, A Dictionary of English Surnames. London: Routledge, 1991. Print. (ISBN 0-415-05737-X)