Beebie History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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England

Etymology of Beebie

What does the name Beebie mean?

The name Beebie was derived from a place name in Leicestershire called Beeby. The place name is derived from the Old English "beo," meaning "bee," and "byr," or "settlement." That is, it was "the place where they kept bees."

Early Origins of the Beebie family

The surname Beebie was first found in Leicestershire where they had been settled since ancient times before the Norman Conquest of England by Duke William in 1066 A.D.

Early History of the Beebie family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Beebie research. Another 149 words (11 lines of text) covering the years 1775, 1840, 1889, 1922, 1963 and 1986 are included under the topic Early Beebie History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Beebie Spelling Variations

Spelling variations in names were a common occurrence before English spelling was standardized a few hundred years ago. In the Middle Ages, even the literate spelled their names differently as the English language incorporated elements of French, Latin, and other European languages. Many variations of the name Beebie have been found, including Beeby, Beebee, Beebe, Bebe, Beebey and others.

Early Notables of the Beebie family

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Migration of the Beebie family

Families began migrating abroad in enormous numbers because of the political and religious discontent in England. Often faced with persecution and starvation in England, the possibilities of the New World attracted many English people. Although the ocean trips took many lives, those who did get to North America were instrumental in building the necessary groundwork for what would become for new powerful nations. Some of the first immigrants to cross the Atlantic and come to North America bore the name Beebie, or a variant listed above: John Beebe, who came to America in 1650; Lydia Beebe, who came to New London, CT in 1650; Samuel Beebe, who settled in America in 1650; Thomas Beebe, who came to America in 1650.

The Beebie 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: Se defendendo
Motto Translation: In his own defence.