Moakes History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Etymology of Moakes

What does the name Moakes mean?

The surname Moakes is a pet-name for Margaret. 1 Another source claims the name was a "descendant of Mogg, a pet form of Margaret (pearl)." 2

Early Origins of the Moakes family

The surname Moakes was first found in Leicestershire and Gloucestershire where William and Henry Mogg(e) were listed in the Pipe Rolls of 1195. 1

Early Somerset records show William Mogge and Peter Mog, 1 Edward III (during the first year of the reign of King Edward III.) 3

Early History of the Moakes family

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Moakes Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Mogg, Moggs, Moke, Moak, Moake, Moeke, Moek and many more.

Early Notables of the Moakes family

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Migration of the Moakes family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Tho Mogg, who settled in Virginia in 1674; John Mogg, who settled in Maryland in 1772; and David Mogg, who came to Canada in 1815.

The Moakes Motto +

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: Cura pii Diis sunt
Motto Translation: Pious men are a care to the gods.

Sources +

Reaney, P.H and R.M. Wilson, A Dictionary of English Surnames. London: Routledge, 1991. Print. (ISBN 0-415-05737-X)
Smith, Eldson Coles, New Dictionary of American Family Names New York: Harper & Row, 1956. Print
Dickinson, F.H., Kirby's Quest for Somerset of 16th of Edward the 3rd London: Harrison and Sons, Printers in Ordinary to Her Majesty, St, Martin's Lane, 1889. Print.