Sorry History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Sorry familyThe surname Sorry was first found in Lancashire where they held a family seat as Lords of the Manor. The Saxon influence of English history diminished after the Battle of Hastings in 1066. The language of the courts was French for the next three centuries and the Norman ambience prevailed. But Saxon surnames survived and the family name was first referenced in the 13th century when they held estates in that shire. Early History of the Sorry familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Sorry research. Another 153 words (11 lines of text) covering the years 1455, 1487, 1653 and 1664 are included under the topic Early Sorry History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Sorry Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Sawrey, Sawrie, Sowrey, Sowrie, Sorry, Sarry and many more. Early Notables of the Sorry familyAnother 27 words (2 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Sorry Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Sorry Settlers in United States in the 17th 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: Dictis Factisque Simplex Motto Translation: Simple in Words and Deeds.
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