Young Coat of Arms & Family Crest
Where the Young name began, what it means, and how your Young coat of arms is painted.
Origin of the Young name
Young is a nickname from Old English geong, "young", usually for a younger son or to distinguish a son from his father of the same name. It arose independently across England and Scotland and became one of the most common surnames in the English-speaking world.
Our historical archives hold much more on the Young name: dates, names and records of early bearers.
This overview covers the Young name in England. We also hold records of the name in other countries, such as the United States, Canada and Australia; your full pack is researched for your family's country of origin.
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Young name FAQ
What does the Young name mean?
Young (younger son or junior). Common variants include Younge, Yonge, Jung.
Where does the Young surname come from?
It originates in England, and is also found in the United States, Canada and Australia.
Is there a Young coat of arms?
Arms were granted to individuals, not whole surnames, so there is no single Young crest. Herald Lab paints a personalized Young coat of arms based on historic heraldry.
Sources: Reaney & Wilson, Dictionary of English Surnames; US Census Bureau 2010; Dictionary of American Family Names (Oxford).