| ![Show Contents]() Montag History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Etymology of MontagWhat does the name Montag mean? The name Montag arrived in England after the Norman Conquest of 1066. The Montag family lived in Somerset. The name, however, derives from the family's place of residence prior to the Norman Conquest of England in 1066. Montaigu-Les-Bois in Coutance, Normandy. 1 "The Christian name of the distinguished soldier was Drogo, denominated 'de Montagu,' from a town in Normandy. In Domesday Book, he is styled Drogo de Montacuto." 2 Early Origins of the Montag familyThe surname Montag was first found in Somerset. In the Domesday Book Drogo de Montacuto held lands under Robert, Earl of Morton and was one of the companions of the Conqueror in his quest to conquer England. As half-brother of the Conqueror, "this Drogo fixed his chief residence at the castle of Shipton-Montacute, co, Somerset. " 2 Simon de Montacute, Lord of Shipton-Montacute was a strong warrior during the reign of Edward I, "a right valiant cheiftaine." "From this renowned soldier descended the illustrious race of Montague, conspicuous in all the great achievements of English history. " The parish of Montacute in Somerset holds a special significance to the family's lineage. "This place, in the time of the Saxons, was called Logaresburch, which is said to have been changed for its present name by William, Earl of Morton, who soon after the Conquest built a strong castle here, on the sharp point of a hill. " 3 Early History of the Montag familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Montag research. Another 192 words (14 lines of text) covering the years 1066, 1086, 1350, 1400, 1428, 1485, 1530, 1557, 1559, 1563, 1602, 1603, 1616, 1636, 1642, 1644, 1661, 1665, 1671, 1677, 1678, 1684, 1689, 1715, 1761, 1762, 1793 and 1890 are included under the topic Early Montag History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Montag Spelling VariationsA multitude of spelling variations characterize Norman surnames. Many variations occurred because Old and Middle English lacked any definite spelling rules. The introduction of Norman French to England also had a pronounced effect, as did the court languages of Latin and French. Therefore, one person was often referred to by several different spellings in a single lifetime. The various spellings include Montague, Montagu, Montegue, Montacute and others. Early Notables of the Montag familyOutstanding amongst the family at this time was - John Montacute, (1350-1400), 3rd Earl of Salisbury and 5th and 2nd Baron Montacute, English nobleman, one of the few who remained loyal to Richard II after Henry IV became king; James Montagu, Bishop...
- Sir Edward Wortley Montagu (1678-1761), British Ambassador to the Ottoman Empire, and his wife Lady Mary Wortley Montagu (1689-1762) was an English aristocrat, medical pioneer, writer, and poet
Montag RankingIn the United States, the name Montag is the 15,736th most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. 4 Migration of the Montag family to IrelandSome of the Montag family moved to Ireland, but this topic is not covered in this excerpt.
Another 57 words (4 lines of text) about their life in Ireland is included in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
| Montag migration to the United States | + |
Many English families left England, to avoid the chaos of their homeland and migrated to the many British colonies abroad. Although the conditions on the ships were extremely cramped, and some travelers arrived diseased, starving, and destitute, once in the colonies, many of the families prospered and made valuable contributions to the cultures of what would become the United States and Canada. Research into the origins of individual families in North America has revealed records of the immigration of a number of people bearing the name Montag or a variant listed above:
Montag Settlers in United States in the 18th Century- Henrich Montag, who arrived in New York, NY in 1782 5
Montag Settlers in United States in the 19th Century- Johannes Montag, who arrived in America in 1832 5
- Joseph Montag, who landed in America in 1845 5
- Joh Friedrich Karl Montag, who arrived in America in 1845 5
- Franz Montag, who arrived in America in 1845 5
- Karl Joseph Montag, who arrived in America in 1847 5
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| Contemporary Notables of the name Montag (post 1700) | + |
- Warren Montag (b. 1952), American academic
- Carol Montag, American folk singer-songwriter
- Mark S. Montag, American politician, Candidate in primary for Mayor of Murray, Utah, 1985 6
- June B. Montag, American Democratic Party politician, Delegate to Democratic National Convention from New Jersey, 2000, 2004; Presidential Elector for New Jersey, 2000; Presidential Elector for New Jersey, 2000 6
- Wolf-Dieter Montag (1924-2018), German physician and international sports administrator
- Sven Montag, German sprint canoer
- Jerzy Montag (b. 1947), German politician
- Jan-Marco Montag (b. 1983), German field hockey player, who competed at the 2008 Summer Olympics
- Jemima Montag (b. 1998), Australian Olympic racewalker, two-time Commonwealth Games Champion, silver medal 2023 World Athletics Championship, and bronze medal winner at the 2024 Summer Olympics
- Shirley Montag Almon (1935-1975), American economist noted for the Almon Lag
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: Equitas actionum regula
Motto Translation: Let equity be the rule of our actions.
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