Lammeson History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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England

Etymology of Lammeson

What does the name Lammeson mean?

The Anglo-Saxon name Lammeson comes from the baptismal name Lambert. 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 Lammeson family

The surname Lammeson was first found in Berkshire, where they held a family seat from ancient times.

Early History of the Lammeson family

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Lammeson 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 Lammeson were recorded, including Lambson, Lampson, Lamson, Lambesune, Lambeson and others.

Early Notables of the Lammeson family

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Migration of the Lammeson family

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 Lammeson family emigrate to North America: Ebenezer Lamson, who sailed to Concord in Massachusetts in 1635; Barnabas Lampson, who came to Cambridge in 1635; Easter Lampson, who arrived in Boston in 1766.

The Lammeson 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: Persevera et vince
Motto Translation: Persevere and conquer.