| ![Show Contents]() Millne History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Etymology of MillneWhat does the name Millne mean? The Millne surname is derived from the Old English word "mylen," which means "mill." As such, it was likely originally an occupational name for a miller, or perhaps for someone who lived near a mill. 1 2 3 4 Early Origins of the Millne familyThe surname Millne was first found in Yorkshire, where the Yorkshire Poll Tax Rolls of 1379 include entries for Thomas atte Milne; B. Petrus atte Milne; Johannes de Milne; Thomas atte Milne; Robertus del Milne. 3 The surname was prominently found in Roxburghshire, Scotland 5 but is also "a very common surname in Aberdeenshire." 6 "Hugh de molendino and Johannes de Molendino in the parish of Fyvy were excommunicated in 1382. A family of this name were fanners at the Mill of Boyndie for generations. In 1492 we have record of "Johne of Myll, duelland at the Justice Myll", and in 1503 John of Myle at the Myle of Pitcapile was "accusit for strublance" 6 Early History of the Millne familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Millne research. Another 271 words (19 lines of text) covering the years 1502, 1528, 1558, 1575, 1583, 1585, 1610, 1611, 1617, 1633, 1657, 1667, 1668, 1688, 1710 and 1721 are included under the topic Early Millne History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Millne Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Milne, Milnes, Miln, Mylne and others. Early Notables of the Millne familyWalter Milne (died April 1558), the last Protestant martyr to be burned at the stake for heresy in Scotland; John Mylne of Perth (c. 1585-1657), Scottish master mason, Master Mason to the Crown of Scotland; and his son John Mylne (1611-1667), also known as "John Mylne junior", or "the Younger"...
Another 50 words (4 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Millne Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Millne familySome of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Peter Milne settled in Jamaica in 1774; William Milne settled in Philadelphia in 1774; Sarah and Joseph Milne settled in New York in 1823 with their two children..
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: Tam arte quam marte
Motto Translation: As much by art as strength.
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