Hogan family crest

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Colors on the Hogan family crest explained
Argent (silver)Â -Â Â is a symbol of peacefulness and sincerity, both of which were values of high importance to the Hogans.
Or (Gold) - symbolizes the historical generosity of this ancient family.
Azure (blue) - represents the Hogan family's loyalty and truthful nature.
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  Symbols on the Hogan family crest explained Â
The sea shells - represent early Hogan family members journey to far away regions and a historic strong command at sea.
The three crosses - symbolizes Christ's rise from the dead to claim victory over sin. A connection to the Hogan family's early religious associations.
The 'Vol' (wings) - represent protection and swiftness of the Hogan family's actions.
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Origins of the Hogan family name
The earliest known origin of the family name Hogan is from England and Ireland.
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The earliest known origin of the family name Hogan in England is from the Anglo-Norman personal name Hogen.
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This name is derived at least in part from the Old Germanic given name Hroggo, which is a diminutive form of the name Hrodger or Roger and from the old English word for 'Hill'.
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In Ireland, the name is derived from the Old Irish word "ó hógáin", meaning "descendant of ó hógáin". ó hógáin was a personal name meaning "young warrior".
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Summary of the Hogan family and the Hogan family crest
- The first record of the name spelled as 'Hogan' in England is from the Domesday Book of 1086, which lists one Roger Hogen as a tenant-in-chief in Suffolk.
- The Hogan family name became more established in England in the 12th century. In Ireland, the Gaelic version of the name is thought to have been active from much earlier.
- In Ireland, the Hogan family were originally located in County Cork.
- There is evidence that the Hogans in England and Ireland were part of the same broader family.Â
- Interestingly, the earliest known origin of the family name Hogan in England is from the Anglo-Saxon tribes who settled in the region during the fifth and sixth centuries.
- The name is derived from the Old English word hoga, meaning "hill".
- Hogan is thought to have originally been a topographic name, given to someone who lived on or near a hill.
- Over time, the name became associated with the Irish clan of the same name, who were also of Anglo-Saxon descent.
- The Hogan clan was one of the most powerful families in Ireland during the medieval period, and their name is still common in the country today.
- The first Hogan in America was likely Patrick Hogan, who emigrated from Ireland to Massachusetts in the late 1600s.
- The Hogan family remained in Massachusetts for several generations before moving to other parts of the United States.
- Today, all Hogans can still trace their roots back to medieval England and Ireland.Â
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