Burletson History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Etymology of Burletson

What does the name Burletson mean?

The name Burletson is of Anglo-Saxon origin and came from when the family lived in the village of Burleston in Dorset.

Early Origins of the Burletson family

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

Early History of the Burletson family

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Burletson Spelling Variations

It is only in the last few hundred years that the English language has been standardized. For that reason, early Anglo-Saxon surnames like Burletson are characterized by many spelling variations. As the English language changed and incorporated elements of other European languages, even literate people changed the spelling of their names. 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. The variations of the name Burletson include: Burleson, Burleston, Burlison, Burlyson, Burlson and many more.

Early Notables of the Burletson family

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Burletson migration to the United States +

Many English families tired of political and religious strife left Britain for the new colonies in North America. Although the trip itself offered no relief - conditions on the ships were extremely cramped, and many travelers arrived diseased, starving, and destitute - these immigrants believed the opportunities that awaited them were worth the risks. Once in the colonies, many of the families did indeed prosper and, in turn, made significant contributions to the culture and economies of the growing colonies. An inquiry into the early roots of North American families has revealed a number of immigrants bearing the name Burletson or a variant listed above:

Burletson Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Mrs. Burletson, aged 56, who settled in America, in 1895

Burletson Settlers in United States in the 20th Century

Hugh B. Burletson, aged 69, who landed in America, in 1906
Bryan Burletson, aged 55, who immigrated to the United States from Sunderland, England, in 1920

Contemporary Notables of the name Burletson (post 1700) +

Mary Burletson (b. 1935), member of the English women's cricket team