A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Bake family lines. Documented in 2 countries.
Reg. 0413 · Dutch, A–C
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
mulletThe third son, and a divine quality from above
roseThe seventh son, and beauty with grace
fleur de lisPurity, light, and the sixth son
Colours
Blue (Azure)Means: Loyalty and truth
Gold (Or)Means: Generosity
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
Historical info
Source
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Blazon (the actual original written record)
“D'azur à une étoile d'or, acc. de trois roses d'arg., 2 en chef et 1 en p., et accostée de deux fleurs-de-lis du troisième. Cq. cour. C.: une étoile d'or: entre un vol, d'arg. et d'azur. L. d'arg. et d'azur. S.: deux lévriers reg., au nat. [V. de Menthon Bake et van den Walt Bake.]”
Netherlandsc. 1815
Where the Bake Arms Were Recorded
Friesland
Map of Netherlands showing where the Bake arms are recorded
The Bake arms were recorded in Netherlands, c. 1815.
Arms such as these were typically recorded in Friesland.
Friesland was low, wet country on the northern coast of the Netherlands, farmed by families who had held the same land for centuries. Free landholders were unusually common there, and a free landholder could carry arms.
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
Friesland
First recorded
1815
Granting Authority for the Bake 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 Bake 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 Bake Family in Netherlands
The family name Bake has deep roots in the northern regions of the Netherlands, particularly within the province of Friesland. By the early 19th century, records confirm that members of the Bake family were well-established residents in this area. The name itself is thought to be a patronymic or a locational surname, which was common for families living in the rural landscapes of the Dutch provinces during that era. As the Netherlands underwent significant social and political changes following the Napoleonic period, families like the Bakes often played active roles in their local communities. They were part of the fabric of Frisian society, contributing to the agricultural and civic life that defined the region during the 1800s. While the name may have evolved in spelling over several generations, its presence in Friesland by 1815 marks a clear point in history where the family was documented as a stable and recognized part of the local population.
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
boarA fierce fighter who battles to the end
Colours
Gold (Or)Means: Generosity
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'or au sanglier”
BelgiumBruges, c. 1737
Where the Bake Arms Were Recorded
Bruges
Map of Belgium showing where the Bake arms are recorded
The Bake arms were recorded in Bruges, c. 1737.
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 Bake 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 Bake Family in Belgium
The history of the Bake family in Belgium is deeply rooted in the urban landscape of Bruges during the eighteenth century. By 1737, records confirm that members of the family were established residents within this historic city. During this period, Bruges served as a vital center for trade and craftsmanship, providing a stable environment for families to build their livelihoods. The name Bake likely emerged from local linguistic traditions, reflecting the professional or personal nicknames common among the Flemish population at the time. As the family integrated into the social fabric of the city, they participated in the daily life of a region defined by its medieval architecture and busy market squares. Their presence in the city archives suggests that they were active contributors to the local community, living through an era of significant economic transition in the Low Countries.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
bak
A Germanic term referring to a ridge, hill, or elevated land.
This name
BakeA topographic name for someone who lived near a ridge or elevated terrain.
also spelled
Baake
Bak
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Documented Sources
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Tresoar (Fries Historisch en Letterkundig Centrum), Burgerlijke Stand van Friesland (1811–1950)
Nederlandse Familienamenbank (Meertens Instituut), Nederlandse Familienamenbank
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mulletThe third son, and a divine quality from above
roseThe seventh son, and beauty with grace
fleur de lisPurity, light, and the sixth son
mulletThe third son, and a divine quality from above
roseThe seventh son, and beauty with grace
fleur de lisPurity, light, and the sixth son
boarA fierce fighter who battles to the end
