McCredie History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEtymology of McCredieWhat does the name McCredie mean? A family in the Pictish tribe of ancient Scotland was the first to use the name McCredie. They lived in Ayrshire. Early Origins of the McCredie familyThe surname McCredie was first found in Ayrshire (Gaelic: Siorrachd Inbhir Àir), formerly a county in the southwestern Strathclyde region of Scotland, that today makes up the Council Areas of South, East, and North Ayrshire, 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 McCredie familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our McCredie research. Another 84 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1720 and 1890 are included under the topic Early McCredie History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. McCredie Spelling VariationsIn medieval Scotland, names were more often spelled according to sound than any regular set of rules. An enormous number of spelling variations were the result. Over the years, the name McCredie has been spelled MacCreadie, MacCredie, MacCready, MacReady, MacRedie and many more. Early Notables of the McCredie familyMore information is included under the topic Early McCredie Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the McCredie family to IrelandSome of the McCredie family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt.
In such difficult times, Ireland, Australia, and North America looked like better homes for many Scots. The trips were expensive and grueling, but also rewarding, as the colonies were havens for those unwelcome in the old country. That legacy did not die easily, though, and many were forced to fight for their freedom in the American War of Independence. The Scottish legacy has resurface in more recent times, though, through Clan societies, highland games, and other organizations. Immigration and passenger lists have shown many early immigrants bearing the old Scottish name of McCredie: McCredie Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
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: Semper paratus Motto Translation: Always prepared.
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