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Table of Contents
Surname History
Origins
3
Ancient History
3
Spelling Variations
3
Early History
3
Early Notables
4
The Great Migration
4
Current Notables
5
Surname Symbolism
Introduction
7
Motto
7
Shield
8
Crest
9
Further Readings and Bibliography
Appendix - Notable List
10
Bibliography
11
Over the next two centuries the Greeks were displaced by the Carthaginians, who wished to
expand their Mediterranean empire into Iberia. This expansion, however, brought Carthage
into conflict with Rome, and led ultimately to war. The 2nd Punic War, 219-201 B.C.,
determined that Spain would be controlled by Rome. The Romans first subdued the
peoples of the coast, who had had more contact with other cultures. It would take many
more years for Rome to control completely the north and west of the peninsula.
Some of the original Celts and Iberians had, meanwhile, formed a new mixed culture in the
central peninsula, known as Celtiberians. Each of the peoples of the peninsula had unique
Origins
Noble surnames, such as Camargo, evoke images of the ancient homeland of the Spanish
people. The original bearer of the name Camargo, which is a local surname, once lived,
held land, or was born in the beautiful region of Spain. In Spain, hereditary surnames
were adopted according to fairly general rules and during the late Middle Ages, names that
were derived from localities became increasingly widespread. Local names originally
denoted the proprietorship of the village or estate.
Ancient History
The colourful traditions of Spain have over the centuries yielded many distinguished
surnames. These proud cultural traditions have been carried from the Old World to the
New, and to almost every corner of the globe. The name Camargo has been traced to its
source in Castile, an important kingdom of medieval Spain.
Spelling Variations
Spanish surnames often conserve the oldest spellings with few changes, which distinguishes
them from names originating in England, France and Germany. The variations Camargo
and Camarguillodo, however, share the same origin.
Early History
The first group known to have populated what are today Spain and Portugal were the
Iberians, who traveled north from Africa around 3000 B.C., following the rivers inland.
Celtic tribes from northern Europe began to establish settlements in the peninsula during
the 14th century B.C., mostly in the northern and western regions, which today are home
to Galicia and Portugal. About 200 years later, the Phoenicians made contact with these
peoples and established small coastal trading centres. The Phoenicians built lighthouses and
founded cities that still exist today. The other major Mediterranean power to establish a
presence in Spain was the Greeks, who arrived around 630 B.C. and founded several cities
for trading purposes.
customs and folkways. Each had a different language and religion. Roman language and
customs were, thus, imposed on a multicultural land. Each culture interacted with the
Romans differently, as they adapted to a new language, religion and administration.
The Romans were the first civilization to alter the people's way of life over the entire
peninsula. They brought a completely new way of life, with their accomplishments in law,
agriculture, architecture, engineering and the sciences. Rome pensioned many soldiers in
Spain, or Hispania as it was called, founding for them cities that still stand today, such as
Zaragoza and Mrida. These former soldiers married local women, which would gradually
give rise to a blended Hispano-Roman culture. The emperors Hadrian, Trajan and Marcus
Aurelius were Spanish by birth, as were many great Latin writers, including Seneca the
Elder and Seneca the Younger, Lucan, Martial, Quintilian, Columella and Prudentius.
Early in the 5th century the Visigoths conquered Hispania. The Visigoths, however, lived
apart from the people and never had the same influence that Rome had exerted. The best-
known Spaniard of this time was St. Isidore, a writer who became Bishop of Seville. In 711
Spain was invaded by Muslims from Africa, who soon conquered the entire peninsula
except for Asturias, in the north. Traces of their presence remain today in the cities of the
south, such as Granada and Cordoba, witnesses to the important cultural contributions of
the Muslims.
The Christians of the north, however, began a concerted resistance that would ultimately
regain for them the entire peninsula, although the struggle would last for almost eight
centuries. During the tenth century Castile became an independent region and began a series
of alliances and battles that would push the frontier far to the south. Castile's first king,
Ferdinand, united his kingdom with Leon, and he controlled Galicia as well. By the end of
the 11th century the Christian re-conquest had reached Toledo and Valencia, and it would
continue until 1492, when Ferdinand and Isabella would retake Granada.
The Camargo family originated in Near Santander, to the north of Old Castile. One of
the earliest records of the name dates from the fourteenth century: the family name appears
in the Libro Becerro of 1353, which listed the nobles of the land. From Castile the family
branched to other regions of the north, and with the Reconquest branched to southern
Spain, where they became established in all the major centers, including Seville. During the
sixteenth century, family members were knights of the Orders of St. James and St. John.
Early Notables
Prominent among members of the family were Jos Antonio de Camargo, created Count
of Villareal in 1669; nineteenth century Bolivian military officer and patriot Jos Vicente
Camargo; and nineteenth century Colombian diplomat and politician Sergio Camargo.
As well as 0 more in the Appendix.
The Great Migration
The fall of Granada on 2 January 1492 meant that the Spanish Crown could turn its
attention to empire-building. Ferdinand and Isabella supported Christopher Columbus'
voyages to the west, which began an era of exploration and conquest that would take
Spaniards and their language and culture literally around the world.
Current Notables
More recent migrations have occurred in which many Latin American families have
moved to the United States and Canada.
Hebe Maria Camargo (b.1929) Brazilian TV presenter, singer, and
actress
ngel Camargo (b.1967) Colombian retired road racing cyclist
Christian Camargo (b.1971) American actor
Symbolism
In Spain, the age-old practice of representing important people with symbols evolved with
feudal society into an extensive armory to distinguish members of the upper class, whether
at court or on the battlefield. Spains status as a European power made heraldry
particularly necessary for identification in foreign countries and involvement in
international politics.
Introduction
Achievement of Arms of
Camargo
An Achievement of Arms such as the Camargo arms
depicted on the left typically consists of these parts: the
Escrolls, displaying the family motto and name, the
family crest (if any) seen above the helmet, the actual
Coat of arms (also known as 'arms,' or 'the shield'), the
Helmet depicted below the crest, the Torse on top of the
helmet, and the Mantle draped from the helmet. Each of
these elements will be described below. Supporters were a
later addition to the Achievement; they are somewhat
rare, and are usually personal to the grantee.
Mantle of Camargo
The mantle was spread over and draped from the helmet
and served as a protection, 'to repel the extremities of
wet, cold, and heat, and to preserve the armour from
rust.' The numerous cuts and slits suggest that it had
been torn and hacked on the field of battle. The style or
design of the mantling is up to the individual heraldic
artist, and it is usually depicted in the main color and
metal from the shield. The helmet (or Helm) varied in
shape in different ages and countries, often depicting
rank. The Esquire's Helm, as depicted here, is generally
shown silver, with a closed visor and facing to the dexter
(its right). On top of the helmet is a Torse or wreath
which was formed by two pieces of silk twisted together.
Its purpose was to hold the crest and mantle on the Helm.
Motto
The motto was originally a war cry or slogan. Mottoes first began to be shown with
arms in the 14th and 15th centuries, but were not in general use until the 17th century.
Thus the oldest coats of arms generally do not include a motto. Mottoes seldom form
part of the grant of arms: Under most heraldic authorities, a motto is an optional
component of the coat of arms, and can be added to or changed at will; many families
have chosen not to display a motto.
The coat of arms displayed here for the surname Camargo did not include a motto.
Shield
Shields (or Escutcheons) at first were painted simply with one or more bands of color or
'ordinaries'. Later, the ordinaries were used in conjunction with other figures or
symbols. The Coat of Arms for the surname Camargo can be described as follows:
The Camargo Shield
CAMARGO ARMS
A black shield with three porcupines.
black shield
BLACK SHIELD
Sable (Archaic or literary English for black), the coldest
of the colors, corresponds to lead. Black, or "sable," is
symbolic of sadness. It also corresponds with winter and
is a humble color, suitable for the deeply religious. It
denotes the qualities of knowledge, piety, serenity and
work. Engravers represent it with numerous horizontal
and vertical lines crossing each other.
Symbolic Virtues: Sable symbolizes the virtues of
prudence and wisdom. The bearer of sable is obliged to
protect widows and to guard the possessions of those who
are absent. It is associated with serenity, pity and grief.
Precious Stone: Diamond
Planet: Saturn
Obligations: Protect widows and guard the possessions
of those who are absent.
THREE
"Three" devices, beasts or ordinaries of the same have a
special significance in heraldry. First of all, there is the
obvious reference to the Trinity in the design that would
signify observance of the Christian doctrine. Secondly,
with many Arms it brings balance that is steeped in
tradition. To better understand this latter scenario, we
must look at the evolution of shield in personal armory.
Kite shields that were the most popular from the the
10th-14th century evolved into Heater shields that had
flat tops c. 1250. This was the time of heraldry's
beginnings and when "three" objects were used for
balance in each corner of the shield. Later, with the
advent of the "chief," "chevron" and "bend" three devices
brought balance to these ordinaries too.
The Crest
The Crest was worn on top of the helmet, and was usually made of wood, metal, or
boiled leather. It provided the double advantage of easy identification and the addition of
height to the wearer. If a family had no crest, and many chose not to, plumes (feathers)
were often displayed instead.
Conclusion
Appendix - Notable List
Hebe Maria Camargo (b.1929) Brazilian TV presenter, singer, and actress
ngel Camargo (b.1967) Colombian retired road racing cyclist
Christian Camargo (b.1971) American actor

Here is a listing of some of the sources consulted when researching Spanish surnames. The
resources below directly or indirectly influenced the authors of our surname histories. We
have most of these titles in our library, others we have borrowed or had access to. Source
materials have been chosen for their reliability and authenticity. Our research into
surnames is ongoing, and we are continually adding to our source library. For each
surname history, we seek and refer to sources specific to the surname; these are generally
not included in the list below.
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Spain
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Heraldico De Apellidos Espaoles Y De Titulos Nobiliarios.
Madrid: Aguilar, 1959.
Garcia Carraffa, Alberto and Arturo: Diccionario Heraldico y
Genealogico de Apellidos Espanoles y Americanos. Madrid: A.
Marzo, 1919-63. 88 volumes.
Carr, Raymond. Spain, 1808-1975. 2nd Ed. Oxford: Oxford
University Press, 1982. (ISBN 9-78-019822-1272)
Elster, Robert J. International Whos Who. London : Europa/
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de Cadenas, Vicente Y Viicent. Heraldic Patronimica Espanola
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Kamen, Henry. European Society, 1500-1700. London:
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de Cadenas, Vicente Y Viicent. Caballeros de La Orden de
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Rietstap, J. B. Armorial General. Baltimore: Genealogical
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Dominguez, C. Diccionario Hispano de Apellidos y Blasones. 4
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Rolland, and H.V. Rolland. Illustrations to the Armorial
General by J.B. Rietstap. Ramsbury: Heraldry Today, 1967.
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Surnames
Cottle, Basil. The Penguin Dictionary of Surnames, 2nd ed.
London: Penguin, 1978.
Magnusson, Magnus. Chambers Biographical Dictionary. 5th ed.
Edinburgh: W & R Chambers, 1990
Hanks, Patricia. And Flavia Hodges. A Dictionary of Surnames.
Oxford: Oxford University Press, 1988. (ISBN 0-19-211592-8)
Robb H. Amanda and Andrew Chesler. Encyclopedia of
American Family Names. New York: HaperCollins, 1995 (ISBN
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Heraldry
Brooke-Little, J.P. An Heraldic Alphabet. London: Robson,
1985. (ISBN 0-86051-320-3 PB)
Puttock, Colonel A.G. Dictionary of Heraldry and Related
Subjects. London: John Gifford, 1970.
Elvin, C.N. Elvins Handbook of Mottoes: Revised With
Supplement and Index by R. Pinches. London: Heraldry Today,
1971. (ISBN 0-900455-04-7)Foster, Joseph. Dictionary of
Heraldry: Feudal Coats of Arms and Pedigrees. London: Bracken
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Rolland, V. & H. V. Rolland: Illustrations to the Armorial
general by J. B. Rietstap. Baltimore: Heraldic Book Co., 1967 (6
volumes in 3).
Fox-Davies, Arthur. A Complete Guide to Heraldry. New York:
Bonanza, 1978. (ISBN 0-517-26643-1)
Uden, Grant. A Dictionary of Heraldry. London: Longmans,
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Fox-Davies, Arthur. Heraldry: A Pictorial Archive for Artists &
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Von Volbroth, Carl-Alexander. Heraldry: Customs, Rules and
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Koller, K. and A. Schillings. Armorial Universal. Brussels:
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Williamson, David. Debretts Guide to Heraldry and Regalia.
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Pine, L.G. Heraldry and Genealogy. London: Teach Yourself
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Woodcock, Thomas and John Martin Robinson. The Oxford
Guide to Heraldry. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 1988.
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Emigration
Bentley, Elizabeth P. Passenger Arrivals at the Port of New
York, 1820-1829. Baltimore, Maryland: Genealogical Publishing
Co., 1999.
Maduell, Charles R., compiler. Index of Spanish Citizens
Entering the Port of New Orleans between January 1840 and
December 1865. New Orleans: the compiler, 1966
Colletta, John P. They Came In Ships. Salt Lake City:
Ancestry, 1993.
Samuelsen, W. David. New York City Passenger List Manifests
Index, 1820-1824. North Salt Lake, Utah: Accelerated Indexing
Systems International, 1986
Conrad, Glenn R. The First Families of Louisiana. Baton
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Spain, Archivo General De Indias, Sevilla. Catalogo de Pasajeros
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Archives in Sevilla, 1509-1790.
Filby, P. William an d Mar K. Meyer. Passenger and
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Passenger Lists of Vessels Arriving at Galveston, Texas 1896-1951.
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Baxter, Angus. In Search of your Canadian Roots: Tracing your
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Beddoe Alan. Canadian Heraldry. Ottawa: Royal Heraldry
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Cook, Ramsay, Real Belanger and Jean Hamelin. Dictionary of
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Extra Credit goes to Jos-Manuel Benito at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Mota-Castillo_de_la_Mota.jpg for the picture on the
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