A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Manwaring family lines. Documented in 2 countries.
Reg. 9427 · English, M–O
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
mulletThe third son, and a divine quality from above
Colours
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
Red (Gules)Means: Military strength
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)
“Mainwaring, or Manwaring (Kermincham, co. Chester; derived from Ralph Mainwaring, third son of Randle Mainwaring, Esq., of Over Peover, d. 1546; Roger Mainwaring Parker, third son of John Robert Parker, Esq., of Green Park, co. Cork, by Catherine, his wife, dau. of John Uniacke, Esq., of Cottage, and Frances, his wife, dau. of Roger Manwaring, of Kermincham, assumed in 1809 the surname and arms of Manwaring). Same Arms, &c., as Mainwaring, of Over Peover.”
Englandc. 1546
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Map of England showing where the Manwaring arms are recorded
The Manwaring arms were recorded in England, c. 1546.
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.
Henry VIII of England
Sovereign of the period
Henry VIII of England
1509–1547
Reigning in England when the Manwaring 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 Manwaring Family in England
The surname Manwaring is a variant of the Norman name Mesnilwarin, which originated in the region of Normandy, France. After the Norman Conquest of 1066, families bearing this name settled in England and established roots in various counties. By the mid-sixteenth century, the name had evolved into its modern spelling as it spread across the country. Historical records confirm that members of the Manwaring family were living in York by 1546. During this period, the family was part of the growing urban population in northern England. They likely participated in the local trade and social life of York as the city transitioned through the religious and economic changes of the Tudor era. This presence in a major administrative center suggests that the family was well-integrated into the local community during the sixteenth century.
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
mulletThe third son, and a divine quality from above
Colours
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
Red (Gules)Means: Military strength
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. two bars gu. a mullet for diff”
KildareNewton · Kildare, c. 1622
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Map of Ireland showing where the Manwaring arms are recorded
The Manwaring arms were recorded in Kildare, c. 1622.
Kildare was flat grazing country close to Dublin, taken early by Norman families. Being near the seat of government meant being near where arms were recorded, which is why so many Kildare names appear.
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.
James VI and I
Sovereign of the period
James VI and I
1603–1625
Reigning in England when the Manwaring 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 Kildare.
Origin & History of the Manwaring Family in Ireland
The Manwaring family name arrived in Ireland during a period of significant land settlement and political change. While the name originates from roots in Cheshire, England, records confirm that members of the family were established in County Kildare by 1622. During this era, many families moved across the Irish Sea to manage estates or serve in administrative roles as part of the broader plantation efforts. By settling in Kildare, the Manwarings became part of a growing community of landowners and officials who helped shape the local economy and social structure of the region. Over the following decades, the family integrated into the Irish landscape, transitioning from newcomers to established residents who participated in the legal and agricultural life of the county. Their presence in the early seventeenth century marks the beginning of a long history that saw the family name persist through generations of Irish social and political development.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Mainwarin
Old French place name meaning rocky or stony area.
This name
ManwaringDerived from a Norman locative name referring to a specific place in France.
also spelled
Manwaring
Mannering
Maynwaring
Documented Sources
Sir Bernard Burke, The General Armory of England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales, London: Harrison & Sons, 1884
Barraclough, G., The Charters of the Anglo-Norman Earls of Chester, c. 1071–1237, 1988
Bardsley, C. W., A Dictionary of English and Welsh Surnames, 1901
The National Archives, York Probate Records, Series Borthwick Institute for Archives
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mulletThe third son, and a divine quality from above
mulletThe third son, and a divine quality from above
