A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Ashe family lines. Documented in 2 countries.
Reg. 4833 · English, A–C
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
chevronProtection, and faithful service completed
trefoilPerpetuity, and the Trinity
Colours
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
Black (Sable)Means: Constancy
Gold (Or)Means: Generosity
Historical info
Source
Sir Bernard Burke, The General Armory of England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales, London: Harrison & Sons, 1884
Blazon (the actual original written record)
“Ar. two chev. sa. each charged with a trefoil slipped or”
DevonDevon, c. 1613
Where the Ashe Arms Were Recorded
Devon
Map of England showing where the Ashe arms are recorded
The Ashe arms were recorded in Devon, c. 1613.
Devon was a county of small manors and seafaring families. Its gentry were spread thickly across the countryside, and money made at sea often bought an estate, which in turn brought a coat of arms.
This is where the arms were entered in the register. Families often moved to other parts of the country, so the same name can turn up in more than one region.
The body that granted and recorded arms in England in this period.
James VI and I
Sovereign of the period
James VI and I
1603–1625
Reigning in England when the Ashe arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in England
English heraldry allowed arms to be shared by all legitimate descendants of the original owner. These symbols were treated as personal property that moved through the generations to all children. While the eldest son kept the original design, other family members could use the same shield without needing to change it or register their own unique versions.
Granting authority
The College of Arms in London has regulated the use of coats of arms throughout England and Wales since 1484.
How they got arms
Families typically obtained their coats of arms through a formal grant from the Crown or by proving their ancient right to them.
Where arms were recorded
All official coats of arms are recorded in the registers kept at the College of Arms, which date back to the fifteenth century.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of Devon.
Origin & History of the Ashe Family in England
The family name Ashe is a locative surname, meaning it originated from people who lived near a prominent ash tree or a grove of such trees. In England, the name became well-established in the southwestern county of Devon by the early seventeenth century. Records confirm that members of the family were living in this region by 1613, where they often integrated into the local landed gentry and agricultural communities. Because the ash tree was a common feature of the English landscape, the name emerged independently in several different parts of the country. Over time, families bearing this name became deeply rooted in the social and economic life of Devon, contributing to the local history of the region through their roles as landowners and community members.
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Colours
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
Historical info
Source
Sir Bernard Burke, The General Armory of England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales, London: Harrison & Sons, 1884
Blazon (the actual original written record)
“Ar. two chevronels sa”
MeathAshtield · Meath, c. 1645
Where the Ashe Arms Were Recorded
Meath
Map of Ireland showing where the Ashe arms are recorded
The Ashe arms were recorded in Meath, c. 1645.
Meath was the best farmland in Ireland and the old seat of its high kings. Norman families took it early and held it, and land of that quality kept the same families on it for centuries.
This is where the arms were entered in the register. Families often moved to other parts of the country, so the same name can turn up in more than one region.
The body that granted and recorded arms in Ireland in this period.
Charles I of England
Sovereign of the period
Charles I of England
1625–1649
Reigning in England when the Ashe arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in Ireland
The Ulster King of Arms granted coats of arms to individuals who proved their social standing and good character. These symbols were typically inherited by all legitimate descendants of the original holder. If a family branch wanted a unique look, they could apply for a specific change to their design through the office to ensure their identity remained distinct.
Granting authority
The Ulster King of Arms acted as the official body that regulated and issued all coats of arms throughout Ireland.
How they got arms
Families obtained their arms through formal grants issued by the office after proving their eligibility and paying the required fees.
Where arms were recorded
All official grants were recorded in the registers held by the Ulster King of Arms starting from the year 1552.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of Meath.
Origin & History of the Ashe Family in Ireland
The Ashe family name has deep roots in Ireland, particularly within the history of County Meath. By 1645, members of the family were well established in this region, often serving in roles that connected them to the local land and administration. The name itself is thought to be topographical, likely originating from families who lived near a prominent ash tree or a grove of such trees in England before migrating across the Irish Sea. Once in Ireland, the family integrated into the social and political landscape of the seventeenth century. They navigated the complex shifts of power during the Cromwellian era and the subsequent land settlements. Over time, the family became deeply associated with the Irish Midlands, where they maintained their presence through generations of land management and civic involvement.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
æsc
Old English word for the ash tree.
This name
AsheA topographic name for someone who lived near an ash tree or ash wood.
also spelled
Aishe
Related arms
Aschevariant spelling
Esserecorded with Ashe, same area
Documented Sources
Sir Bernard Burke, The General Armory of England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales, London: Harrison & Sons, 1884
Bardsley, Charles Wareing, A Dictionary of English and Welsh Surnames, 1901
Reaney, P.H., A Dictionary of British Surnames, 1958
The National Archives, Exchequer: King's Remembrancer: Port Books, 1613
Devon Archives and Local Studies Service, Quarter Sessions Records, 1613
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chevronProtection, and faithful service completed
trefoilPerpetuity, and the Trinity
chevronProtection, and faithful service completed
trefoilPerpetuity, and the Trinity
