Map of England showing where the Lusher arms are recorded
The Lusher arms were recorded in London, c. 1620.
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 Lusher 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 Lusher Family in England
The surname Lusher is an occupational name that likely emerged in England during the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Middle English word "lussher," which referred to a person who worked as a gatekeeper or a porter. By the early 17th century, the family had established a notable presence in London. Records from 1620 confirm that members of the Lusher family were living and working in the city during a time of significant social and economic growth. As London expanded into a global center for trade, families like the Lushers often moved into roles involving commerce and civic administration. This transition from manual labor to urban professional life helped the name persist through generations as the family integrated into the developing fabric of English society.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Lussier
Derived from the Old French word for a gate or door.
This name
LusherAn occupational surname for a gatekeeper or someone who lived near a gate.
also spelled
Luscher
Documented Sources
Sir Bernard Burke, The General Armory of England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales, London: Harrison & Sons, 1884
Reaney, P.H. and Wilson, R.M., A Dictionary of English Surnames, 1991
London Metropolitan Archives, Church of England Parish Registers: St. Mary the Virgin, Aldermanbury, 1620
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lionCourage, strength and royalty
gauntletA challenge given and the readiness to meet it
lionCourage, strength and royalty
gauntletA challenge given and the readiness to meet it
