Esmonde is a distinguished Anglo-Norman name with a long and recorded place in the history of County Wexford.
Where does the Esmonde name come from?
Esmonde is of Anglo-Norman origin, generally traced to a Norman-French personal name. The family came to Ireland in the medieval period and became thoroughly established among the gentry of the south-east.
The Esmondes of Wexford
The Esmondes were long seated at Ballynastragh in County Wexford and held a baronetcy, taking a prominent part in the affairs of the county over many centuries. As a documented Anglo-Irish family, Esmonde holds a substantial place in Irish records and is found today in Ireland and among the diaspora in the United States, Canada, Australia and Britain.
Did you know?
- Esmonde is a name of Anglo-Norman origin.
- The family arrived in Ireland in the medieval period.
- They were long seated at Ballynastragh, County Wexford.
- The Esmondes held a baronetcy and were prominent in county affairs.
- The name survives today in Ireland and across the diaspora.
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Carry the Esmonde name with you
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Frequently asked questions
Is Esmonde an Irish surname?
Esmonde is of Anglo-Norman origin and became a distinguished Anglo-Irish family, long associated with Ballynastragh in County Wexford.
Is there an Esmonde family crest?
Families of the name have heraldic traditions; the crest and tartan artwork on our Esmonde products is created as decorative heritage artwork to celebrate the name.
