A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Adame family lines. Documented in 2 countries.
Reg. 8085 · Dutch, A–C
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
eagleNobility, strength and a keen mind
pelicanSelf-sacrifice and devotion to one's children
Colours
Gold (Or)Means: Generosity
Blue (Azure)Means: Loyalty and truth
Black (Sable)Means: Constancy
Historical info
Source
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Blazon (the actual original written record)
“Parti: au 1 d'or à la demi-aigle de sa., mouv. du parti; au 2 d'azur au pélican avec ses petits dans son aire, le tout d'or.”
NetherlandsSneek Frise, c. 1815
Where the Adame Arms Were Recorded
Sneek
Map of Netherlands showing where the Adame arms are recorded
The Adame arms were recorded in Sneek Frise, c. 1815.
This is where the arms were entered in the register. Families often moved to other parts of the country, so the same name can turn up in more than one region.
Region
Sneek
Town
Sneek Frise
First recorded
1815
Granting Authority for the Adame Arms
Hoge Raad van Adel
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The body that granted and recorded arms in Netherlands in this period.
William I of the Netherlands
Sovereign of the period
William I of the Netherlands
1815–1840
Reigning in Netherlands when the Adame arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in Netherlands
In the Netherlands, coats of arms were often used by noble families and those who held specific public offices. These arms were passed down through the generations to legitimate descendants. Younger branches of a family usually kept the original design without needing to add special marks. This system ensured that the family identity remained clear and consistent over many years.
Granting authority
The Hoge Raad van Adel is the official body that regulates and manages noble titles and coats of arms in the Netherlands.
How they got arms
Families typically obtained their coats of arms through official royal grants or by proving their long-standing historical use of the symbols.
Where arms were recorded
Coats of arms are officially recorded in the registers held by the Hoge Raad van Adel, which began its work in 1814.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of Netherlands.
Origin & History of the Adame Family in Netherlands
The family name Adame has deep roots in the northern Dutch province of Friesland, where records confirm members of the family were living in the historic town of Sneek by 1815. During the early nineteenth century, the Netherlands underwent significant administrative changes, including the formal registration of surnames under the Napoleonic civil code. Families in Sneek often lived in a bustling environment defined by trade, water management, and local craftsmanship, as the town served as a vital hub for the surrounding Frisian countryside. The presence of the Adame name in this region suggests a connection to the local community of artisans or merchants who navigated the unique social and economic landscape of the Netherlands during the transition into the modern era. By maintaining a steady presence in Sneek, the family became part of the long-standing cultural fabric of Friesland, contributing to the local history of a town known for its ancient gates and maritime traditions.
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
chiefAuthority, wisdom and dominion
lionCourage, strength and royalty
roundelA coin, and one who has been to the crusades
Colours
Blue (Azure)Means: Loyalty and truth
Gold (Or)Means: Generosity
Red (Gules)Means: Military strength
Historical info
Source
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Blazon (the actual original written record)
“Ec.: aux 1 et 4 d'azur, au fr.-q. d'or ch. d'un lion de gu.; aux 2 et 3 d'azur à six bes. d'or, 3 et 3, et au chef du même.”
Belgiumc. 1737
Where the Adame Arms Were Recorded
Brabant
Map of Belgium showing where the Adame arms are recorded
The Adame arms were recorded in Belgium, c. 1737.
Arms such as these were typically recorded in Brabant.
Brabant lay at the heart of the Low Countries, where the trade routes met. Its towns were wealthy and its landowners many, and both kinds of family kept arms, which is why the region is so heavily represented.
This is where the arms were entered in the register. Families often moved to other parts of the country, so the same name can turn up in more than one region.
The body that granted and recorded arms in Belgium in this period.
Charles VI, Holy Roman Emperor
Sovereign of the period
Charles VI, Holy Roman Emperor
1711–1740
Reigning in Netherlands when the Adame arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in Belgium
In Belgium, a coat of arms is considered personal property that is passed down through the male line to legitimate descendants. Families often use the same shield design across generations to show their shared heritage. If a branch of the family wants to change the design, they must apply for an official update to their specific version of the arms.
Granting authority
The Conseil héraldique is the official body that regulates and approves all coats of arms in Belgium.
How they got arms
Families obtain their coats of arms through formal royal grants or by confirming their historical right to use existing designs.
Where arms were recorded
All approved coats of arms are officially recorded in the public registers of the Conseil héraldique since 1844.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of Belgium.
Origin & History of the Adame Family in Belgium
The history of the Adame family in Belgium is deeply rooted in the historical region of Brabant, where records confirm their presence as early as 1737. During the eighteenth century, Brabant was a central hub of trade and agriculture within the Austrian Netherlands, providing a stable environment for families to establish deep local ties. The name Adame likely evolved as a regional variation of traditional naming patterns common to the Low Countries, reflecting the linguistic blend of Dutch and French influences prevalent in the area at the time. Families in this region often settled in specific parishes where they contributed to the local economy through skilled labor or land management. By maintaining a consistent presence in Brabant throughout the 1700s, the Adame family became part of the social fabric of a territory that was undergoing significant administrative changes under Habsburg rule. Their early history serves as a window into the lives of common citizens who helped shape the cultural landscape of what would eventually become modern Belgium.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Adam
Hebrew term meaning man or of the earth
This name
AdameA patronymic surname derived from the biblical name meaning son of Adam
also spelled
Adame
Documented Sources
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
AlleFriezen, Burgerlijke Stand Sneek (1811–1950)
Tresoar, Frysk Histoarysk en Letterkundich Sintrum, Bevolkingsregister van Sneek
H.T.J. Miedema, De naamgeving in Friesland, 1984
J.A. Mol, De Friese volksnaam en de vroege geschiedenis van Sneek, 1998
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eagleNobility, strength and a keen mind
pelicanSelf-sacrifice and devotion to one's children
eagleNobility, strength and a keen mind
pelicanSelf-sacrifice and devotion to one's children
chiefAuthority, wisdom and dominion
lionCourage, strength and royalty
roundelA coin, and one who has been to the crusades
