McIlwee Coat of Arms, Family Crest and McIlwee Family History
McIlwee Family History
The name McIlwee is derived from the Gaelic Mac Giolla Bhuidhe sept name. This name translates from the words 'giolla' meaning 'lad' or 'youth' and 'buidhe' which means 'yellow'. Thus the name literally translates as 'son of the yellow youth'. This sept was located in Counties Donegal and Derry in the very North of Ireland. Variants of the name include McEvoy, McGilloway, McVeagh and McAvoy.
A Sept is an ancient form of a Clan and is a group of people whose ancestors all bore the same surname and inhabited the same locality.
Meaning of Symbols & Colors on the McIlwee Coat of Arms
| Azure/Blue | Represents Loyalty and Truth. |  |
| Ermine | Associated with the robes and crowns of Royal and Noble Personages |  |
| Gules/Red | 'The Martyr's colour', signifies Military Fortitude and Magnanimity. |  |
| Or/Yellow/Gold | Represents Generosity. |  |
| The Fess | Denotes a Military Belt or Girdle of Honour |  |
| Hand | Symbol of Faith, Sincerity, and Justice |  |
| The Lion | Emblem of Deathless Courage |  |
Wonderful MCILWEE Gifts For Every Occasion
Show Off Your Heritage With Our Range OfMcIlwee Family Crest Gifts
For a Limited Time We Are Offering Free Delivery.
Parchment Prints. Authentic & Researched
Researched Family Crest Plaques & Shields
Incredible Hand Crafted Signet and Seal Rings
Get Your Family Crest Flag. Many Sizes & Styles
Personalized Coffee Mugs Make a Thoughtful Gift
Engraved Pendants in Gorgeous Gold or Silver
