Map of England showing where the Lomas arms are recorded
The Lomas arms were recorded in England, c. 1620.
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.
James VI and I
Sovereign of the period
James VI and I
1603–1625
Reigning in England when the Lomas 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 Lomas Family in England
The surname Lomas is primarily rooted in the northern regions of England, with a strong historical connection to the county of Yorkshire. By the early 17th century, the family was well-established in the city of York, where members were active participants in the local community. The name itself is topographical, meaning it likely originated from a description of the landscape where the first family members lived. It is derived from the Old English word "lum," which refers to a deep pool or a wooded valley. As people began to adopt permanent surnames during the Middle Ages, those who resided near such geographical features were often identified by their surroundings. By 1620, the Lomas family had become a recognized part of the social fabric in York, contributing to the growth and daily life of the city during a period of significant transition in English history.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
loma
A Spanish or Latin term referring to a hill or slope.
This name
LomasA topographic surname for someone who lived near a hill or ridge.
also spelled
Lomax
Related arms
Lomaxvariant spelling
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
Reaney, P.H., A Dictionary of British Surnames, 1958
Borthwick Institute for Archives, York Diocesan Records: Parish Registers of York St. Michael le Belfrey, 1620
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fleur de lisPurity, light, and the sixth son
