The crest on Plate 10, Image 2 (Pl. 10. cr. 2.) is described as a griffon’s (or griffin’s) head, often erased or couped.
surnames:
- Acheley (England)
- Adcane (England)
- Akeris (England)
- Akiris (England)
- Akyris (England)
- Alder (England)
- Auverquerque (England)
- Byer (Northampton)
- Cooke (Rydmarley)
- Croste (Pickleton, Leicestershire)
- Cruden (England)
- Cyfer (England)
- Despencer (England)
- Fettiplace (Chilrey, Berkshire)
- Forsan (England)
- Fotheringham (Scotland)
- Gardner (Blandford)
- Griffinhoofe
- Hall (England)
- Ingram (London)
- Ingram (Worcestershire)
- Ingram (Halstedd, Essex)
- Ingram (Herefordshire)
- Ingram (Temple Newton, Yorkshire)
- Ingram (Warwickshire)
- Keene (England)
- Le Despencer (England)
- Lesly (That Ilk)
- Lesslie (England)
- Maxwell (England)
- Milcham (Norfolk)
- Norton (England)
- Pawson (England)
- Pemberton (Aslaby, Durham; England)
- Reay (England)
- Watkens (Monmouthshire; England)
- Watkens (Wiltshire; England)
- Westripp (England)
Griffon (or Griffin): The griffon is a mythical beast combining the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle. It is a widely recognized symbol of vigilance, courage, and strength, representing a guardian of treasure or honor. Head: The head alone signifies intellect and the seat of ruling power.
General Symbolic Meaning: The image of the griffon’s head suggests a lineage characterized by keen vigilance and fierce protection. As a creature combining the earth-bound strength of the lion and the sky-ward dominion of the eagle, it implies a balance of power and intelligence, indicating a family ready to defend its honor and assets with both might and mind.