Ingot History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Etymology of Ingot

Ingot is a name of Anglo-Saxon origin and came from the baptismal name Inglet. The personal name Inglet was originally derived from the Old German word ingel which means angel. 1 As the naming tradition grew in Europe baptismal names began to be introduced in many countries. Baptismal names were sometimes given in honor of Christian saints and other biblical figures. There are very few Christian countries in Europe that did not adopt surnames from these religious figures.

Early Origins of the Ingot family

Early History of the Ingot family

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Ingot 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 Ingot have been found, including Inglett, Inglet, Inglott, Ingot and others.

Early Notables of the Ingot family

Distinguished members of the family include William Inglott (1554-1621), English musician who "became organist of Norwich Cathedral. He was noted for his skill as a player on the organ and virginals. His name appears as a composer in the manuscript volume (Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge) known as ‘Queen Elizabeth's Virginal Book,’ but none of his works are now known. He died at Norwich in December 1621, and was buried in the cathedral, where a monument was...
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Migration of the Ingot 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. Among the first immigrants of the name Ingot, or a variant listed above to cross the Atlantic and come to North America were : members who sailed to North America during the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries.