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Harrison Family History
Harrison Genealogy & Family TreeHarrison is an English surname from Lancashire, England, where the family held a seat from the 11th Century. It means “the son of Harry” or “the son of Henry,” which means “home ruler.” Roots from the name can also be found in Germany. In recent years it has been used as a given name. The family motto is Vincit qui patitur which means “He conquers who endures.”
Other spellings include “Harris,” “Harryson,” “Harrysson,” “Harreson,” “Harrisen,” “Harrisson,” “Harison,” and “Harieson.” Notable people with the surname include American President William Henry Harrison (9th President of the United States), American President Benjamin Harrison (23rd President of the United States), and British musician George Harrison (The Beatles). The first Harrison to come to America was Harmon Harrison in Virginia in 1607.
Harrison Birth Records
- Name Birth Date Death Date Location
- Lionel Harrison -- --, 1608 August 24, 1640 England
- Charles Harrison -- --, 1614 August 0, 1632 England
- Margaret Harrison -- --, 1615 December 0, 1615 England
- Richard Harrison -- --, 1572 March 0, 1654 England
- Edward Harrison -- --, 1645 January 23, 1692 Virginia
Harrison Death Records
- Name Birth Date Death Date Location
- Judah Harrison -- --, 1750 December 0, 1820
- James Harrison -- --, 1624 December 0, 1718
- Richard Harrison -- --, 1630 December 0, 1648 England
- Frances Harrison -- --, 1555 September 15, 1612
- Thomas Harrison -- --, 1556 December 0, 1629 England
