Whithurst History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Early Origins of the Whithurst family

The surname Whithurst was first found in Sussex, where they held a family seat from ancient times.

Early History of the Whithurst family

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Whithurst Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Whitehurst, Whitehest, Whiteherst, Whithurst, Whitherst and many more.

Early Notables of the Whithurst family

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Migration of the Whithurst family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: William Whitehurst, who sailed to Virginia in 1636; Mary Whitehurst, who came to Virginia in 1720; and William Whitehest, who arrived in New Orleans in 1813..

The Whithurst 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: Je crains Dieu
Motto Translation: I fear God.