A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Borders family of France.
swordJustice, and military honourJ. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Blazon (the actual original written record)“De gu. à deux épées d'arg.,”
The Borders arms were recorded in Paris, c. 1663.
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 France in this period.
Reigning in France when the Borders arms are first recorded.
In France, a coat of arms was a mark of honor that passed down through the male line to all legitimate descendants. Families often used the same shield without changes to show their shared heritage. If a branch wanted to stand out, they could add a small mark to their shield to show their specific place in the family tree.
The name Borders likely originated as a topographical surname, used to identify people who lived near a boundary or a border region. By the year 1663, records confirm that members of the family were established in Paris, France. During this period, the name was often associated with individuals who served as guards or officials responsible for maintaining order along territorial lines. As the family moved and integrated into different regions, the spelling of the name evolved to reflect local languages and dialects. This transition from a descriptive title to a hereditary family name highlights the way early societies tracked individuals based on their geographic location and their specific roles within their communities.
A Germanic or Old French term referring to a wooden plank or board.
