A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Evelin family of England.
Reg. 7684 · English, D–F
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
chiefAuthority, wisdom and dominion
griffinValour and vigilance, guarding great treasure
mulletThe third son, and a divine quality from above
Colours
Red (Gules)Means: Military strength
Gold (Or)Means: Generosity
Black (Sable)Means: Constancy
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 griffin pass. or, on a chief of the second three mullets sa”
SurreySurrey, c. 1620
Where the Evelin Arms Were Recorded
Surrey
Map of England showing where the Evelin arms are recorded
The Evelin arms were recorded in Surrey, c. 1620.
Surrey sat just south of London and filled up with families who had made money in the City. Buying an estate there was the usual next step, and an estate was the usual reason to take 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 Evelin 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 Surrey.
Origin & History of the Evelin Family in England
The family name Evelin, often spelled Evelyn in historical records, has deep roots in the English county of Surrey. By the early 17th century, the family had established a significant presence in the region, particularly through their involvement in the local gunpowder industry. During this time, members of the family became prominent landowners and influential figures in local society. They were well known for their commitment to public service and their contributions to the development of the Surrey countryside. Their rise to prominence was tied to both their business ventures and their ability to integrate into the social fabric of the area. As the family grew, they left a lasting mark on the local landscape through the construction of grand estates and their active participation in regional affairs.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Aveline
Derived from the Germanic name Avila meaning desired or wished for.
This name
EvelinA variant of Aveline, often interpreted as meaning hazelnut or desired child.
also spelled
Evelyn
Related arms
Evelynvariant spelling
Documented Sources
Sir Bernard Burke, The General Armory of England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales, London: Harrison & Sons, 1884
Evelyn, John, Diary and Correspondence of John Evelyn, 1850
Surrey History Centre, Evelyn Family of Wotton Papers, 1600–1900
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chiefAuthority, wisdom and dominion
griffinValour and vigilance, guarding great treasure
mulletThe third son, and a divine quality from above
chiefAuthority, wisdom and dominion
griffinValour and vigilance, guarding great treasure
mulletThe third son, and a divine quality from above
