Spreull History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

Origins Available:
England
Scotland
Ireland

Etymology of Spreull

What does the name Spreull mean?

The Spreull surname is generally thought to be a habitational name for one who came from "Spreull," a now extinct parish in Scotland. It is also possible that this surname is of nickname origin, derived from the Middle English word "spraule" indicating "one who walked or moved in a jerky or convulsive manner."

Early Origins of the Spreull family

The surname Spreull was first found in Dumbartonshire, 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 Scotland to determine the rate of taxation of their subjects. The name was first found on record in documents dating from the 13th century.

Early History of the Spreull family

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Spreull Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Sproul, Sproule, Sprool, Spreul, Spruell,Sprewell, Spreull, Spreall, Sprall, Sproull and many more.

Early Notables of the Spreull family

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Migration of the Spreull family to Ireland

Some of the Spreull family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt.
Another 86 words (6 lines of text) about their life in Ireland is included in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Migration of the Spreull family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Robert Sprewell who settled in Nevis in 1663; William Spreul, who settled in New Jersey in 1685; Adam Sproule, who settled in Boston, Massachusetts in 1774.

Contemporary Notables of the name Spreull (post 1700) +

Professor James Spreull (d. 1998), professor of veterinary surgery at Edinburgh University

The Spreull 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: Manet in aeterum
Motto Translation: It endureth forever.