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 Baynard Coat of Arms / Baynard Family CrestThis surname of BAYNARD was a baptismal name 'the son of Barnard' a popular 12th and 13th century font name. The name was originally derived from a German personal name, and was introduced into England by the Normans in the wake of the Norman Invasion of 1066. Early records of the name mention William Curteys and Margary Baynerd, who were married in London in the year 1550. John Baynard, registered at Oxford University in the year of 1616. John Mills and Ithamar Baynard were married at St. George's, Hanover Square, London in the year 1645. When the coast of England was invaded by William The Conqueror in the year 1066, the Normans brought with them a store of French personal names, which soon, more or less, entirely replaced the traditional more varied Old English personal names, at least among the upper and middle classes. A century of so later, given names of the principal saints of the Christian church began to be used. It is from these two types of given name that the majority of the English patronymic surnames are derived and used to this day. The associated arms are recorded in Sir Bernard Burkes General Armory. Ulster King of Arms in 1884. The origin of badges and emblems, are traced to the earliest times, although, Heraldry, in fact, cannot be traced later than the 12th century, or at furthest the 11th century. At first armorial bearings were probably like surnames and assumed by each warrior at his free will and pleasure, his object being to distinguish himself from others. It has long been a matter of doubt when bearing Coats of Arms first became hereditary. It is known that in the reign of Henry V (1413-1422), a proclamation was issued, prohibiting the use of heraldic ensigns to all who could not show an original and valid right, except those 'who had borne arms at Agincourt'. The College of Arms (founded in 1483) is the Royal corporation of heralds who record proved pedigrees and grant armorial bearings. |
