A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Devereux family lines. Documented in 3 countries.
Reg. 0024 · Britain, D–F
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
fessThe military belt, and readiness to serve
roundelA coin, and one who has been to the crusades
Colours
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
Red (Gules)Means: Military strength
Historical info
Source
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Blazon (the actual original written record)
“D'arg. à la fasce de gu., acc. de trois tourt. du même, rangés en chef. Cq. cour. C.: une tête et col de dogue d'arg., oreillée de gu. S.: à dextre”
Britainc. 1549
Where the Devereux Arms Were Recorded
Kent
Map of Britain showing where the Devereux arms are recorded
The Devereux arms were recorded in Britain, c. 1549.
Arms such as these were typically recorded in Kent.
Kent sits between London and the short crossing to Europe, and the trade passing through made it wealthy. Merchant families bought land with that money, and it was landowners who took coats of 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 Britain in this period.
Edward VI of England
Sovereign of the period
Edward VI of England
1547–1553
Reigning in Britain when the Devereux arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in Britain
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 Britain.
Origin & History of the Devereux Family in Britain
The Devereux family name originates from a place in Normandy called Évreux, and it arrived in Britain following the Norman Conquest of 1066. While the family established deep roots across various English counties, records confirm their presence in Kent by 1549. During this period, families often moved to follow economic opportunities or to serve in local government positions. The name itself evolved from the French phrase "d’Évreux," which simply means "from Évreux." Over several centuries, the spelling shifted to match the way English speakers pronounced the name. By the mid-sixteenth century, members of the family were integrated into the local social fabric of Kent, living as landowners and community members during a time of significant religious and political change in England.
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
fessThe military belt, and readiness to serve
roundelA coin, and one who has been to the crusades
Colours
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
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 fess gu. in chief three torteaux”
Englandc. 1384
Where the Devereux Arms Were Recorded
York
Map of England showing where the Devereux arms are recorded
The Devereux arms were recorded in England, c. 1384.
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.
Richard II of England
Sovereign of the period
Richard II of England
1377–1399
Reigning in Britain when the Devereux 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 Devereux Family in England
The Devereux family name traces its roots to the village of Évreux in Normandy, France, arriving in England during the Norman Conquest of 1066. Over the following centuries, members of the family established themselves as prominent landowners and political figures across various English counties. By the late fourteenth century, the family had expanded their influence significantly, with records confirming their presence in the city of York by 1384. During this period, the Devereux name was closely associated with the shifting power dynamics of the English nobility and the administration of northern territories. Their transition from continental origins to established English residents highlights the integration of Norman families into the social and political fabric of medieval Britain.
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
fessThe military belt, and readiness to serve
roundelA coin, and one who has been to the crusades
Colours
ErmineMeans: Dignity
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)
“Erm. a fesse gu. in chief three torteaux”
WexfordBallymagir · Wexford, c. 1618
Where the Devereux Arms Were Recorded
Wexford
Map of Ireland showing where the Devereux arms are recorded
The Devereux arms were recorded in Wexford, c. 1618.
Wexford was the corner of Ireland closest to Wales, settled early by Norman families. They held their land under arms and kept it for generations, which is why so many Wexford names carry recorded shields.
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 Ireland in this period.
James VI and I
Sovereign of the period
James VI and I
1603–1625
Reigning in Britain when the Devereux arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in Ireland
The Ulster King of Arms granted coats of arms to individuals who proved their social standing and good character. These symbols were typically inherited by all legitimate descendants of the original holder. If a family branch wanted a unique look, they could apply for a specific change to their design through the office to ensure their identity remained distinct.
Granting authority
The Ulster King of Arms acted as the official body that regulated and issued all coats of arms throughout Ireland.
How they got arms
Families obtained their arms through formal grants issued by the office after proving their eligibility and paying the required fees.
Where arms were recorded
All official grants were recorded in the registers held by the Ulster King of Arms starting from the year 1552.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of Wexford.
Origin & History of the Devereux Family in Ireland
The Devereux family name arrived in Ireland during the late twelfth century as part of the Norman expansion into the island. Originally hailing from the region of Évreux in Normandy, the family settled primarily in County Wexford, where they became prominent landowners and local leaders over the following centuries. By the year 1618, the family was firmly established as a significant part of the Anglo-Irish gentry in the southeast. They integrated into the local social and political structures of Wexford, often serving in administrative roles and managing large estates. Their history in this region reflects the broader experience of Norman families who transitioned from military settlers to deeply rooted members of the Irish community, maintaining their influence through land ownership and local governance for hundreds of years.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
d'Evreux
Derived from the town of Evreux in Normandy, France.
This name
DevereuxA locational surname denoting someone who originated from the city of Evreux.
also spelled
Devereaux
Devero
Deverose
Related arms
De Eureuxvariant spelling
Evereux, or Evreuxvariant spelling
Documented Sources
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Reaney, P.H. and Wilson, R.M., A Dictionary of English Surnames, 1997
Cottle, Basil, The Penguin Dictionary of Surnames, 1967
The National Archives, State Papers Domestic, Edward VI, 1549
Kent Archives and Local History Centre, Archdeaconry Court of Canterbury Wills, 1549
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fessThe military belt, and readiness to serve
roundelA coin, and one who has been to the crusades
fessThe military belt, and readiness to serve
roundelA coin, and one who has been to the crusades
