Map of England showing where the Wingard arms are recorded
The Wingard arms were recorded in London, c. 1504.
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 VII of England
Sovereign of the period
Henry VII of England
1485–1509
Reigning in England when the Wingard 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 Wingard Family in England
The surname Wingard is believed to have roots in Northern Europe, where it likely functioned as a topographic name for someone who lived near a vineyard or a protected garden. By the early sixteenth century, the family had established a presence in London, as evidenced by records dating back to 1504. During this period, London was a bustling center of trade and migration, drawing people from across the continent who sought new opportunities in the growing city. Members of the Wingard family likely integrated into the local merchant or artisan classes, contributing to the vibrant economic life of the capital. Over time, the name evolved in spelling and pronunciation as it became firmly rooted in English society, reflecting the broader patterns of movement and cultural change that shaped the population of London during the Renaissance.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Wingeard
Old English for a vineyard or a place where vines grow.
This name
WingardA topographic name for someone who lived near or worked in a vineyard.
also spelled
Winger
Wynger
Wyngar
Documented Sources
Sir Bernard Burke, The General Armory of England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales, London: Harrison & Sons, 1884
London Metropolitan Archives, Consistory Court of London: Wills, 1492–1547
Reaney, P.H., A Dictionary of British Surnames, 1958
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