Twisden History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Twisden familyThe surname Twisden was first found in Kent where they held a family seat as Lords of the Manor of Twysden in Goudhurst. The first record of the surname was "Adam de Twysden in the reign of Edward I.; and that of Henry IV. " 1 Later in 1334, John de Twysdenne was listed as holding estates in the county. Early History of the Twisden familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Twisden research. Another 92 words (7 lines of text) covering the years 1455, 1487, 1566, 1593, 1597, 1601, 1602, 1606, 1614, 1628, 1635, 1646, 1648, 1660, 1666, 1672, 1683, 1685, 1689, 1695 and 1697 are included under the topic Early Twisden History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Twisden Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Twysden, Twisden, Twiselden, Twyselden, Twisdan, Twissden, Twissleden, Twysselden, Twysleden and many more. Early Notables of the Twisden familyMore information is included under the topic Early Twisden Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Twisden 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: Praevisa mala pereunt Motto Translation: Forseen misfortunes die away.
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