Vigare is one of the thousands of new names that the Norman Conquest brought to England in 1066. The Vigare family lived in Devon. Their name, however, is a reference to La Vacherie,Normandy, the family's place of residence prior to the Norman Conquest of England in 1066.
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Early Origins of the Vigare family
The surname Vigare was first found in Devon. They were originally from La Vacherie, and acquired their seat at Dunkeswell in Devon soon after the Norman Conquest in 1066.
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Early History of the Vigare family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Vigare research. Another 42 words (3 lines of text) covering the years 1490 and 1561 are included under the topic Early Vigare History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Vigare Spelling Variations
It is only in the last few hundred years that the English language has been standardized. For that reason, Anglo-Norman surnames like Vigare are characterized by many spelling variations. Scribes and monks in the Middle Ages spelled names they sounded, so it is common to find several variations that refer to a single person. As the English language changed and incorporated elements of other European languages such as Norman French and Latin, even literate people regularly changed the spelling of their names. The variations of the name Vigare include Vickare, Vickery, Vickary and others.
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Early Notables of the Vigare family
Outstanding amongst the family at this time was Thomas Vicary (1490-1561), an early English physician, surgeon and anatomist, born in Kent, he was, "but a meane practiser in Maidstone." Henry VIII advanced him to the position of sergeant-surgeon... Another 37 words (3 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Vigare Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Migration of the Vigare family to Ireland
Some of the Vigare family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt. More information about their life in Ireland is included in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Vigare migration to Australia
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Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include:
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: Probitas verus honos Motto Translation: Probity is true honor.
Vigare migration to Australia 
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