Burns Family Crest
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Colors on the Burns family crest explained
Argent (silver)Â -Â tells of the peaceful and sincere nature of the Burns family.
Azure (blue) - represents the Green family's loyal and truthful nature.
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  Symbols on the Burns family crest explained
The three fleur-de-lis - represents purity, light and religious connections including connections of the Virgin Mary. A connection to the Burns early religious associations.
The hunting horn - represents people who enjoy high pursuits in life. The hand grasping the horn signifies success in those pursuits.
The Chevron shape - symbolizes the historical family home, the importance of home for Burns family members through the years and the safety this provides.
The two stars - symbolize the noble and good qualities of family members, It also represents additional divine characteristics granted from a higher power.
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Origins of the Burns family name
The earliest known use of the name Burns is from the 12th century, when it was used as a given name for boys.
It is thought to be of Scottish origin, and may be derived from the Old English burna, meaning "stream" or "brook".
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Summary of the Burns family and the Burns family crest
- The name Burns is derived from the Scottish Gaelic word for "stream" or "burn."
- The first recorded use of the name Burns dates back to the 12th century.
- The name Burns is associated with the Clan Campbell of Argyll.
- The first person to bear the name Burns was William de Burness, who was a member of the Clan Campbell.
- The Burns family can trace their roots back to the Highlands of Scotland.
- The Burns clan tartan is predominantly green and blue.
- The current Chief of the Clan Burns is John Burns of Burns.
- The name Burns became more widely popular in the 18th century, when the Scottish poet Robert Burns wrote about his love for his country.
- The Burns family name in America can be traced back to the early 1600s, when Scottish immigrants began arriving in the New World.
- The first Burns settlers in America were likely William and John Burns, who came to Virginia in 1642.
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