A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Deng family of England.
Reg. 9952 · English, D–F
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
chevronProtection, and faithful service completed
mulletThe third son, and a divine quality from above
Colours
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
Black (Sable)Means: Constancy
Red (Gules)Means: Military strength
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. a chev. sa. betw. three mullets gu”
Englandc. 1620
Where the Deng Arms Were Recorded
York
Map of England showing where the Deng arms are recorded
The Deng 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 Deng 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 Deng Family in England
The surname Deng has deep roots that stretch across different cultures and continents. While the name is most famously associated with ancient Chinese history, where it originated as a noble title during the Zhou Dynasty, its presence in England tells a different story. Records indicate that individuals bearing this name were living in York as early as 1620. During this period, York was a bustling center of trade and religious change, making it a likely place for families to settle and establish their livelihoods. These early settlers were part of a growing movement of people who helped shape the local community through their work and daily lives. By tracing these early residents, we can see how the name traveled through time and geography to become a part of the rich history of Northern England.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
denu
Old English word for a valley or deep wooded hollow.
This name
DengA topographic name for someone who lived in or near a valley.
also spelled
Dengge
Dengue
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' Accounts, 1620
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chevronProtection, and faithful service completed
mulletThe third son, and a divine quality from above
chevronProtection, and faithful service completed
mulletThe third son, and a divine quality from above
