Tingay History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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England

Etymology of Tingay

What does the name Tingay mean?

The name Tingay, like many surnames, is occupational in origin, referring to the job that the first bearer did for a living. In this case, it is metonymic, coming not from the name of the occupation itself, but rather from the product made. A tingle is a very small nail, often used in the making of shoes. The first Tingay was most likely someone who made such nails.

Early Origins of the Tingay family

The surname Tingay was first found in Cambridgeshire, where the name first appeared in the early 13th century.

Early History of the Tingay family

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Tingay Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Tingel, Tingle, Tyngil, Tyngyl, Tingler and many more.

Early Notables of the Tingay family

Edward Tyng, British leading military officer in Maine and was appointed Governor of Acadia during King William's War, taken prisoner in the Naval battle off St. John (1691); and his son, Edward Tyng (1683-1755), a British naval officer, captain of the batteries and fortifications of Boston and in command of the first Massachusetts man-of-war Prince of...
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Tingay migration to Australia +

Tingay Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century

Samuel Tingay, aged 23, who arrived in South Australia in 1856 aboard the ship "Duchess of Northumberland"

The Tingay 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: Confido non confundar
Motto Translation: I trust and shall not be confounded.