Map of England showing where the Tarth arms are recorded
The Tarth arms were recorded in Westminster, 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 Tarth 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 Tarth Family in England
The Tarth family name appears in historical records centered around Westminster during the early seventeenth century. By 1620, members of the family were established residents in this bustling area of London, which served as the political and administrative heart of England. During this period, Westminster was undergoing significant growth as a hub for merchants, tradespeople, and government officials. Families like the Tarths likely participated in the vibrant local economy of the city, which was expanding rapidly under the reign of King James I. While the name is rare, its presence in the parish registers of Westminster suggests that the family was well-integrated into the urban life of the capital during a time of great social and economic change.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Tor
A rocky peak or a high hill.
This name
TarthA topographic name for someone who lived near a prominent rocky hill or crag.
also spelled
Tairt
Tartey
Documented Sources
Sir Bernard Burke, The General Armory of England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales, London: Harrison & Sons, 1884
Westminster City Archives, Westminster Baptisms, Marriages and Burials, 1620
Boulton, Jeremy, Neighbourhood and Society: A London Suburb in the Seventeenth Century, 1987
Porter, Stephen, The History of Westminster, 1997
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chevronProtection, and faithful service completed
cockCourage, vigilance and readiness for battle
crescentHonour by the sovereign, and the second son
chevronProtection, and faithful service completed
cockCourage, vigilance and readiness for battle
crescentHonour by the sovereign, and the second son
