A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Gallup family of Ireland.
Reg. 9548 · Irish, G–I
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
bendDefence, and the scarf of a commander
lionCourage, strength and royalty
Colours
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
Red (Gules)Means: Military strength
Gold (Or)Means: Generosity
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. on a bend gu. a lion pass. or”
Irelandc. 1645
Where the Gallup Arms Were Recorded
Dublin
Map of Ireland showing where the Gallup arms are recorded
The Gallup arms were recorded in Ireland, c. 1645.
Arms such as these were typically recorded in Dublin.
Dublin was the seat of government in Ireland and the place where grants were sought and recorded. Families with business at the castle or the courts settled nearby, and settling there put their arms on record.
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.
Charles I of England
Sovereign of the period
Charles I of England
1625–1649
Reigning in Ireland when the Gallup 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 Ireland.
Origin & History of the Gallup Family in Ireland
The surname Gallup has roots that stretch back to the medieval period, likely originating as a descriptive nickname or a locational name in England. By the mid-seventeenth century, members of the family had established a notable presence in Ireland, specifically within the city of Dublin by 1645. During this era, Dublin was a bustling center of trade and political activity, making it a common destination for families moving across the Irish Sea. Historical records from this time suggest that the Gallups were part of the growing merchant and professional classes who helped shape the urban life of the city. As they settled into their new environment, the family became integrated into the social and economic fabric of Dublin, leaving behind traces in local administrative and legal documents that confirm their long-standing connection to the region.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Gall
Derived from the Old Irish word for a foreigner or stranger.
This name
GallupRefers to a descendant of a stranger or a person of foreign origin.
also spelled
Gallup
Documented Sources
Sir Bernard Burke, The General Armory of England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales, London: Harrison & Sons, 1884
D’Alton, John. History of the County of Dublin. 1838
National Archives of Ireland. Civil Survey of the County of Dublin. 1654–1656
MacLysaght, Edward. The Surnames of Ireland. 1985
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bendDefence, and the scarf of a commander
lionCourage, strength and royalty
bendDefence, and the scarf of a commander
lionCourage, strength and royalty
