Mille History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe Mille surname is derived from the Old English word "mylen," and the Middle English "mille, or milne," all of which meant "mill." Thus the name was probably originally taken on by someone who owned or lived near a mill. Early Origins of the Mille familyThe surname Mille was first found in Hampshire, where they held a family seat from very early times and were granted lands by Duke William of Normandy, their liege Lord, for their distinguished assistance at the Battle of Hastings in 1066 A.D. Early History of the Mille familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Mille research. Another 114 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1445, 1483, 1499, 1510, 1567, 1600, 1645, 1707 and 1890 are included under the topic Early Mille History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Mille Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Mills, Mylles, Meiles and others. Early Notables of the Mille familyNotable among the family at this time was
Mille RankingIn France, the name Mille is the 757th most popular surname with an estimated 6,529 people with that name. 1 Migration of the Mille family to IrelandSome of the Mille family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt.
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Mille Settlers in United States in the 17th Century
Mille Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Mille Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
Emigration to New Zealand followed in the footsteps of the European explorers, such as Captain Cook (1769-70): first came sealers, whalers, missionaries, and traders. By 1838, the British New Zealand Company had begun buying land from the Maori tribes, and selling it to settlers, and, after the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840, many British families set out on the arduous six month journey from Britain to Aotearoa to start a new life. Early immigrants include: Mille Settlers in New Zealand 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: Ex industria Motto Translation: Through industry.
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