CARMICHEL
Carmichel
Carmichel is a distinguished Scottish surname that traces its origins to the ancient lands of Carmichael in the Lanarkshire region of Scotland. The name is an anglicized form of the Gaelic 'Cathair Mhic Ailein', which means 'the son of the follower of St. Michael'.
The history of the Carmichel family can be traced back to the 12th century when they served as hereditary armor-bearers to the Norman lords of Bothwell. The Clan Carmichel played significant roles in the political and military affairs of Scotland throughout the medieval period.
Notable figures bearing the surname Carmichel include Sir John Carmichael (d. 1600), a prominent military leader during the reign of Mary, Queen of Scots, and Sir Thomas Carmichael (1760-1800), an influential British naval commander.
The Carmichel family crest features a knight's helmet with a shield depicting a gold chevron between three gold spur-rowels on a blue background. This emblem symbolizes courage, loyalty, and chivalry - qualities that have been associated with the Carmichel lineage for centuries.
Today, individuals bearing the surname Carmichel can be found across the United Kingdom and in various parts of the world, continuing the legacy of their noble Scottish ancestors.
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Typical given names associated with the surname
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