The Norman Conquest
in 1066 brought much change to the island nation, including many immigrants with new names. Among these immigrants were the ancestors of the Moncktomb family, who lived in Yorkshire
at Monckton, from whence their name derives.
Early Origins of the Moncktomb family
The surname Moncktomb was first found in Yorkshire
in the West Riding where they were anciently Lords of the Manor of Moor Monckton. At the time of the taking of the Domesday Book
survey in 1086 initiated by Duke William of Normandy
after his conquest of England
in 1066, Moor Monckton was held by Richard son of Erfast, but the records of Monkton have been lost. The family derive their origin from Simon Monckton, who conjecturally was descended from Richard, the holder of the lands at the Domesday Survey
. His lordship and manse was enjoyed by his descendants until 1326 when it was made into a nunnery and renamed Nun-Monkton, a curious play on words. The parish of Newbald in the East Riding of Yorkshire
is of particular significance to the family at this time. "The Monckton family, ancestors of Viscount Galway
, who is lord of the manor of South Newbald, were formerly seated here." CITATION[CLOSE]
Lewis, Samuel, A Topographical Dictionary of England. Institute of Historical Research, 1848, Print.
Early History of the Moncktomb family
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Moncktomb Spelling Variations
Before the last few hundred
years the English language had no fixed system of spelling rules. For that reason, spelling variations
occurred commonly in Anglo Norman surnames. Over the years, many variations of the name Moncktomb were recorded, including Monkton, Monckton, Moncktone, Monktone, Mongton, Mongdene and many more.
Early Notables of the Moncktomb family (pre 1700)
Outstanding amongst the family at this time was Sir Philip Monckton, Lord of the manors of Cavil, near Howden, and Hodroyd, near Barnsley, Yorkshire; and his son, Robert Monckton (c.1659-1722), an... Another 31 words (2 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Moncktomb Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Migration of the Moncktomb family to Ireland
Some of the Moncktomb family moved to Ireland
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Migration of the Moncktomb family to the New World and Oceana
The unstable environment in England
at this time caused numerous families to board ships and leave in search of opportunity and freedom from persecution abroad in places like Ireland
, and particularly the New World. The voyage was extremely difficult, however, and only taken at great expense. The cramped conditions and unsanitary nature of the vessels caused many to arrive diseased and starving, not to mention destitute from the enormous cost. Still opportunity in the emerging nations of Canada and the United States was far greater than at home and many went on to make important contributions to the cultures of their adopted countries. An examination of many early immigration records reveals that people bearing the name Moncktomb arrived in North America very early: William Monkton who landed in North America in 1750.
The Moncktomb 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: Famam extendere factis
Motto Translation: To extent fame by deeds.
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- ^ Lewis, Samuel, A Topographical Dictionary of England. Institute of Historical Research, 1848, Print.