Widdup Family Crest mug

A Widdup Family Crest mug is a meaningful choice as a Father’s Day gift and it's also guaranteed to get a happy reaction as a Christmas or birthday present. Not just a mug — an artwork and your family story in your hands. Beautifully illustrated. Carefully researched. Uniquely personal.

Symbolism of the Widdup family crest

The Widdup coat of arms is a rare and distinctive heraldic display, characterized by a shield often featuring three crosses set against a white or silver background. Also featured is a red chevron representing a roof – a symbol of generosity and protection. Resting upon the wreath of the crest is a red cockerel – a symbol of courage, vigilance, and warlike spirit.

Origins of the Widdup name

The name Widdup is a unique and ancient surname of English origin, primarily rooted in the northern counties of Lancashire and Yorkshire. It is classified as a "topographic" or "locational" name, derived from the Old English words widu (meaning "wood") and hop (meaning "a small, enclosed valley" or "hollow"). Historically, the name would have identified someone who lived in or near a "wooded valley." This connection to the landscape suggests that the early Widdups were stewards of the land, likely established in the rugged and beautiful valleys of the Pennines during the medieval period.

The Widdup surname has maintained a presence in northern England, with records appearing in church registers and land rolls as early as the 13th and 14th centuries. During the Industrial Revolution, many members of the Widdup family moved from their ancestral valleys to the growing urban centers of the North, eventually spreading as far as New Zealand.

About the artist

Each coat of arms in the Family Crests Store is an artwork by heraldic artist Éamonn Breathnach. All are carefully researched, drawing from the earliest available records across multiple heraldic archives. Noted for their elegance and attention to detail, these artworks make meaningful and uniquely personal gifts for any occasion with family and friends.

Specifications

• High quality white ceramic mug
• Dishwasher and microwave safe
• 15 oz mug dimensions: 4.7″ (11.9 cm) in height, 3.3″ (8.5 cm) in diameter
  
• Lead and BPA-free material (complies to US and EU safety standards)