Luvjoy History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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England

Etymology of Luvjoy

What does the name Luvjoy mean?

The ancestors of the Luvjoy family lived among the ancient Anglo-Saxon tribes of Britain. Luvjoy was a name given to a person who because of their personal qualities was referred to as Lovejoy. This nickname surname was originally derived from the Old English word lof and the Old French word joie when combined denoted those individuals who were loving and affectionate.

Early Origins of the Luvjoy family

The surname Luvjoy was first found in Kent where they held a family seat from early times and their first records appeared on the early census rolls taken by the early Kings of Britain to determine the rate of taxation of their subjects.

Early History of the Luvjoy family

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Luvjoy Spelling Variations

Luvjoy has been spelled many different ways. Before English spelling became standardized over the last few hundred years, spelling variations in names were a common occurrence. As the English language changed in the Middle Ages, absorbing pieces of Latin and French, as well as other languages, the spelling of people's names also changed considerably, even over a single lifetime. Many variations of the name Luvjoy have been found, including Lovejoy, Lovejay, Luvjoy and others.

Early Notables of the Luvjoy family

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Migration of the Luvjoy family

In an attempt to escape the chaos experienced in England, many English families boarded overcrowded and diseased ships sailing for the shores of North America and other British colonies. Those families hardy enough, and lucky enough, to make the passage intact were rewarded with land and a social environment less prone to religious and political persecution. Many of these families became important contributors to the young colonies in which they settled. Early immigration and passenger lists have documented some of the first Luvjoys to arrive on North American shores: Roger Lovejoy settled in Virginia in 1649; William Lovejoy settled in Virginia in 1729; John Lovejoy arrived in New Orleans in 1821; C. Lovejoy arrived in San Francisco in 1852. The family became a distinguished family of the U.S.A..