The Steele Family Foundation

History of the “Steele” surname

The surname “Steele” is locational and characteristic in origin. It is associated with the English and the Scots.

The name “Steele” stands for one who has come from steel (meaning a stile or a place where one has to climb). Another meaning for “Steele” is one who is considered to be as hard and as durable as steel.

The “Steele” Coat of Arms

• The colour silver signifies serenity and nobility
• The diagonal band is checkered black and gold, signifying repentance or vengeance (black); generosity, valor, or perseverance (gold).
• The two red lions’ heads represent fortitude and creative power.
• The blue upper third is charged with three gold rectangles, symbolizing loyalty and splendor.
• Finally, the crest holds a naturally colored eagle, holding a serpent in its beak