Kearshaw Family Crest & Name History

Genealogists group Kearshaw with Kershaw. Read literally, Kearshaw points to “church wood”.

• Before spelling was standardised, one family could appear under several forms.
• Kearshaw is listed among the recognised spellings of Kershaw.
• You may also find the name written Kirshaw.

Heraldry and the Kearshaw name

Heraldry is personal: arms associated with the Kershaw surname were borne by specific families, and sharing the name does not mean sharing the blazon. Research your Kearshaw family history with a full surname report and painted coat of arms.