Sanchez Family Crest
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Meaning of the colors on the Sanchez family crest
Argent (silver)Â -Â represents the Sanchez family reputation for peacefulness and sincerity.
Azure (blue) -Â symbolizes the family's loyal and truthful nature.
Or (Gold) signifies the historical generosity of the Sanchez family.
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 Meaning of the symbols on the Sanchez family crestÂ
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The eagle - symbolises how family members are people of action, quick wittedness and a noble nature.
When the wings are displayed as seen in the Sanchez family crest, this additionally represents people of a protective nature.
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Origins of the Sanchez family name
The name Sanchez is derived from the first name Sancho, which in turn comes from the Latin name 'Sanctius', meaning "holy" or "saintly".
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The name was first found in Spain and Portugal, where it was borne by the noble family of Sanchez de Toledo.
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The name was also borne by Saint Sancho III of Navarre, also known as Sancho the Great.
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The name Sanchez is also found in Italy, where it is thought to be of Spanish origin.
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Summary of the Sanchez family and the Sanchez family crest
- The Sanchez family name is primarily of Spanish origin.
- The Sanchez family name is first found in Castile, where the name is thought to have first originated.
- The first recorded use of the Sanchez family name is in the 12th century, when a certain Sancho Sanchez was registered in the town of Valladolid.
- By the 13th century, the Sanchez family name had spread to other parts of Spain, including the regions of Aragon and Catalonia.
- The Sanchez family name was also common in the Basque Country, where it was thought to have spread in early times.
- After the 13th century, the Sanchez family name was soon found in Portugal, France and Italy where it is thought to have been introduced by Spanish settlers.
- The Sanchez family name in America is derived from Spanish settlers who came to the New World in the 1600s.
- The name quickly spread, particularly across the western states as settlers moved north from Latin America.Â
- Today, the name is most frequently found in California, Texas, and Florida.
- The Sanchez family name is one of the oldest and most distinguished Spanish families in America.
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