Laweson History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Laweson familyThe surname Laweson was first found in Yorkshire 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 Laweson familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Laweson research. Another 131 words (9 lines of text) covering the year 1890 is included under the topic Early Laweson History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Laweson Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Lawson, Laweson, McLawson, Maclawson and others. Early Notables of the Laweson familyMore information is included under the topic Early Laweson Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Laweson family to IrelandSome of the Laweson family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt. Migration of the Laweson familySome of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Christopher Lawson, who arrived in Virginia in 1623.
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: Leve et reluis Motto Translation: Arise and re-illumine. |