A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Banning family of England.
Reg. 9593 · English, A–C
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
escallopThe pilgrim's shell, and a long journey made
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 bars sa. each charged with as many escallops or”
EnglandLondon, c. 1588
Where the Banning Arms Were Recorded
London
Map of England showing where the Banning arms are recorded
The Banning arms were recorded in London, c. 1588.
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.
Elizabeth I of England
Sovereign of the period
Elizabeth I of England
1558–1603
Reigning in England when the Banning 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 England.
Origin & History of the Banning Family in England
The Banning family name has deep roots in English history, with records confirming their presence in London as early as 1588. During this period, the name was often associated with families involved in the bustling trade and merchant activities of the city. The name itself is thought to be of Old English origin, likely derived from a descriptive term for a group of people or a specific settlement. By the late sixteenth century, members of the Banning family were well-established figures in London society, participating in the economic growth that defined the Elizabethan era. Their early history reflects the broader movement of families who settled in urban centers to pursue professional opportunities in commerce and civic life. This transition helped the family gain prominence and stability, allowing them to leave a lasting mark on the historical records of the capital.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Banna
An Old English personal name derived from the word for banner.
This name
BanningDescendants or followers of a man named Banna, indicating a kin group or clan.
also spelled
Bannyng
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
London Metropolitan Archives, City of London Parish Registers, 1588
Reaney, P.H., A Dictionary of British Surnames, 1958
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escallopThe pilgrim's shell, and a long journey made
escallopThe pilgrim's shell, and a long journey made
