A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Carron family lines. Documented in 3 countries.
Reg. 2011 · French, A–C
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
lozengeHonour and nobility, and the arms of a woman
Colours
Blue (Azure)Means: Loyalty and truth
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
Historical info
Source
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Blazon (the actual original written record)
“D'azur à trois carreaux d'arg.”
Francec. 1663
Where the Carron Arms Were Recorded
Bretagne
Map of France showing where the Carron arms are recorded
The Carron arms were recorded in France, c. 1663.
Arms such as these were typically recorded in Bretagne.
More families held coats of arms in Bretagne than anywhere else in France. The land was divided into many small estates rather than a few large ones, so far more households counted as gentry, and each needed a shield of its own to be told apart.
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.
Louis XIV of France
Sovereign of the period
Louis XIV of France
1643–1715
Reigning in France when the Carron arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in France
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.
Granting authority
The Juge d'armes de France acted as the official authority that regulated and verified coats of arms across the country.
How they got arms
Families typically inherited their arms from ancestors, though they could also receive them through royal grants or by proving their noble status.
Where arms were recorded
Coats of arms were officially recorded in the Armorial Général de France, which began its main collection in the year 1696.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of France.
Origin & History of the Carron Family in France
The family name Carron has deep roots in the historical landscape of France, particularly within the western region of Brittany. By the year 1663, records confirm that members of the Carron family were well established in this area, living as part of a society defined by rural traditions and local governance. The name itself is thought to be derived from the Old French word "carron," which was often used to describe a person who worked with stone or a square-shaped plot of land. During the seventeenth century, families in Brittany frequently lived in close-knit communities where they contributed to the local economy through agriculture or skilled craftsmanship. As the family grew, they became part of the social fabric of the region, leaving behind traces in parish registers that document their births, marriages, and daily lives. These early ancestors helped shape the identity of the name long before it spread to other parts of the world.
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
saltireResolution, and St Andrew's cross
swordJustice, and military honour
roundelA coin, and one who has been to the crusades
Colours
Blue (Azure)Means: Loyalty and truth
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
Historical info
Source
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Blazon (the actual original written record)
“D'azur à deux épées d'arg., garnies d'or, passées en saut., les pointes en bas, acc. de cinq bes. d'arg., 3 rangées en chef et 2 accostant les épées au point d'intersection; à la champagne d'arg., ch. d'un A à l'antique de sa.”
SwitzerlandValais, c. 1745
Where the Carron Arms Were Recorded
Valais
Map of Switzerland showing where the Carron arms are recorded
The Carron arms were recorded in Valais, c. 1745.
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 Switzerland in this period.
How Arms Worked in Switzerland
In Switzerland, coats of arms were not restricted to the nobility and were often adopted by common citizens and families. These symbols were passed down through generations to show family identity. When branches of a family grew, they often changed small details of the design to distinguish their own line from the original group.
Granting authority
Cantonal and civic authorities managed the use of coats of arms within their specific regions and local jurisdictions.
How they got arms
Families typically assumed their own coats of arms based on local custom rather than receiving them from a central monarch.
Where arms were recorded
Arms were recorded in various cantonal and civic registers starting from the fourteenth century throughout the Swiss region.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of Switzerland.
Origin & History of the Carron Family in Switzerland
The Carron family name has deep roots in the rugged landscape of the Swiss canton of Valais. By the mid-eighteenth century, the family was already well-established in this mountainous region, with official records confirming their presence in the area by 1745. The name itself is thought to be linked to the local geography or the traditional occupations of those living in the alpine valleys. During this period, families in Valais often lived in small, tight-knit communities where they relied on agriculture and livestock to survive the harsh winters. As the Carron name spread through the villages of the Rhone Valley, the family became an integral part of the local social structure. Their history is tied to the development of these mountain settlements, reflecting the resilience and community spirit required to thrive in the Swiss Alps during the 1700s.
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
chevronProtection, and faithful service completed
escallopThe pilgrim's shell, and a long journey made
Colours
Red (Gules)Means: Military strength
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)
“Gu. a chev. betw. three escallops ar”
Scotlandc. 1748
Where the Carron Arms Were Recorded
Edinburgh
Map of Scotland showing where the Carron arms are recorded
The Carron arms were recorded in Scotland, c. 1748.
Arms such as these were typically recorded in Edinburgh.
Edinburgh was the seat of Scotland's government, its courts and its heralds. Families with business there settled nearby, and being close to where arms were recorded is exactly why so many of them appear.
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 Scotland in this period.
George II of Great Britain
Sovereign of the period
George II of Great Britain
1727–1760
Reigning in France when the Carron arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in Scotland
Scottish heraldry is unique because it treats a coat of arms as a piece of personal property protected by law. Only one person can own a specific design at any given time. When a family grows, the head keeps the original shield while other relatives must apply for their own distinct version with slight changes to prove their specific identity.
Granting authority
The Court of the Lord Lyon acts as the official body that regulates and controls all heraldic matters throughout Scotland.
How they got arms
Individuals obtain a legal right to their arms through a formal petition process that confirms their identity and family connection.
Where arms were recorded
All valid coats of arms are officially entered into the Public Register of All Arms and Bearings starting from 1672.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of Scotland.
Origin & History of the Carron Family in Scotland
The name Carron has deep roots in the landscape of Scotland, where it is often linked to the geography of the region. The surname is likely topographic, meaning it was originally taken by families who lived near the River Carron in Stirlingshire. While the name is tied to this ancient waterway, historical records confirm that members of the family had established a notable presence in Edinburgh by 1748. During this period, Edinburgh was a bustling center of the Scottish Enlightenment, and families like the Carrons were often involved in the city’s growing trade and professional sectors. As the family moved from rural areas to the capital, they became part of the urban development that defined eighteenth-century Scotland. This transition from life near the river to life in the city reflects the broader movement of Scottish families seeking new opportunities in the expanding capital.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Carrus
Latin term referring to a four-wheeled wagon or cart.
This name
CarronAn occupational surname for a carter, wagoner, or someone who transported goods.
also spelled
Caron
Karon
Caroun
Caroone
Related arms
Bavignansimilar arms
Bernardeau de Monterbansimilar arms
Grossainesimilar arms
Caronvariant spelling
Documented Sources
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Archives départementales d’Ille-et-Vilaine, Série B (Fonds de la juridiction de Rennes)
Archives départementales du Morbihan, Série E (Registres paroissiaux et d'état civil)
Dauzat, Albert, Dictionnaire étymologique des noms et prénoms de France, 1951
Morlet, Marie-Thérèse, Dictionnaire étymologique des noms de famille, 1991
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lozengeHonour and nobility, and the arms of a woman
lozengeHonour and nobility, and the arms of a woman
saltireResolution, and St Andrew's cross
swordJustice, and military honour
roundelA coin, and one who has been to the crusades
chevronProtection, and faithful service completed
escallopThe pilgrim's shell, and a long journey made
