Map of England showing where the I'Anson arms are recorded
The I'Anson arms were recorded in Corfe Castle, c. 1799.
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.
George III of Great Britain
Sovereign of the period
George III of Great Britain
1760–1801
Reigning in England when the I'Anson 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 I'Anson Family in England
The surname I’Anson is a locative name, meaning it likely originated from a specific place or settlement in Northern England. The prefix "I’" is a variation of "son of," often linked to the name John or a similar personal name common in the medieval period. By the late 18th century, the family had established a notable presence in the historic city of York. Records from 1799 confirm that members of the I’Anson family were active participants in the urban life of this region, which was a major hub for trade and administration at the time. The family likely moved through the rural landscapes of Yorkshire before settling into the professional and social structures of the city. Their presence in York suggests that they were part of the growing middle class that helped sustain the city’s economy during the turn of the century.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Johannes
Hebrew origin meaning Yahweh is gracious.
This name
I'AnsonA patronymic surname meaning son of John.
also spelled
Iansun
Janson
Related arms
Jansonsame arms
Bankesrecorded with I'Anson, same area
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 Rate Books, 1799
Reaney, P.H., A Dictionary of British Surnames, 1958
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