Map of England showing where the Trueman arms are recorded
The Trueman 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 Trueman 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 Trueman Family in England
The surname Trueman is an occupational name that originated in England during the Middle Ages. It was typically given to a person who was known for being loyal, honest, or dependable in their community. By the early 17th century, the name was well-established in the northern city of York. Records from 1620 confirm that families bearing this name were active participants in the local life of the city. During this era, people often lived in the same region for generations, which helped the name become a permanent fixture in the local parish registers. As the family grew, members likely worked in the trades or agriculture that supported the economy of Yorkshire. The name remains a reflection of the values that early ancestors were expected to uphold in their daily interactions with their neighbors.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
treowe
Old English word meaning faithful, loyal, or trustworthy.
This name
TruemanA descriptive occupational or nickname for a loyal, honest, or reliable person.
also spelled
Truman
Related arms
Trewmanvariant spelling
Trumanvariant 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 Archives: Parish Registers of York, 1620
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chevronProtection, and faithful service completed
heartSincerity, charity and true affection
chevronProtection, and faithful service completed
heartSincerity, charity and true affection
