I researched my last name and this is what I found…
In studying our archives we found that one of the earliest references to the family name Strickland dates back in history to the year 1193.
Strickland is a surname which is found primarily in England. It should be noted that Strickland family members have migrated through history thereby carrying the name to many areas. The colour Sable (Black) in the coat of arms of the family Strickland symbolizes Constancy. It also reflects the hopes, ambitions and aspirations of its original bearer.