Map of England showing where the Carreto arms are recorded
The Carreto arms were recorded in England, c. 1620.
Arms such as these were typically recorded in York.
Yorkshire is the largest of the English counties, and it held more gentry families than any other. Land there was split among a great many households rather than a few, so a great many of them carried 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 Carreto 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 Carreto Family in England
The surname Carreto carries a rich history that likely traces its roots to the Romance languages of Southern Europe, where it often related to terms for carts or the transport of goods. By the early 17th century, members of the family had established a presence in the historic city of York, England. During this period, York served as a vital northern hub for trade and administration, attracting families who were involved in commerce and urban development. The presence of the Carreto name in local records from 1620 suggests that these early ancestors were part of a mobile population that moved across borders to seek new opportunities in England. As they settled into the community, they contributed to the social fabric of the city during a time of significant cultural and economic transition.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Carrum
Latin term for a four-wheeled wagon or cart.
This name
CarretoAn occupational name for a carter or someone who transported goods by wagon.
also spelled
Carat
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
York City Archives, York City Chamberlains' Account Rolls, 1620
Reaney, Percy Hide, A Dictionary of British Surnames, 1958
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