A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Beringer family lines. Documented in 3 countries.
Reg. 4304 · German, A–C
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
elephantGreat strength, wit and ambition
Colours
Gold (Or)Means: Generosity
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)
“D'or à l'éléphant de sa., la trompe abaissée. C.: deux prob. de sa.”
GermanyNördlingen Bav, c. 1765
Where the Beringer Arms Were Recorded
Nördlingen
Map of Germany showing where the Beringer arms are recorded
The Beringer arms were recorded in Nördlingen Bav, c. 1765.
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 Germany in this period.
Francis I, Holy Roman Emperor
Sovereign of the period
Francis I, Holy Roman Emperor
1745–1765
Reigning in Germany when the Beringer arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in Germany
In the Holy Roman Empire, coats of arms were often granted to individuals by the Emperor or his representatives. These arms were then passed down through the generations to all legitimate descendants of the original holder. Younger branches of a family usually kept the same shield design without needing to change it, as the arms belonged to the entire lineage.
Granting authority
The Holy Roman Emperor held the sole power to grant new coats of arms throughout his vast imperial territories.
How they got arms
Families typically obtained their coats of arms through a formal imperial grant or by proving their noble status to the authorities.
Where arms were recorded
These grants were officially recorded in the Imperial Chancery registers, which began keeping formal records of such honors during the Middle Ages.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of Germany.
Origin & History of the Beringer Family in Germany
The Beringer family name originates from the Germanic regions, where it evolved as a patronymic surname derived from the ancient personal name Beringar. This name combines the roots for bear and spear, suggesting that early ancestors were associated with strength or warrior traditions. By the mid-eighteenth century, the family established a notable presence in the free imperial city of Nördlingen. During this period, Nördlingen was a center for trade and craftsmanship, and families like the Beringers often integrated into the local guild systems to support the city's economy. Records from 1765 confirm that members of the family were active participants in the social and civic life of this historic Bavarian town. Their presence in such a significant urban center indicates that they were likely settled citizens who contributed to the stability and development of the region during the late Holy Roman Empire.
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
bendDefence, and the scarf of a commander
fleur de lisPurity, light, and the sixth son
roseThe seventh son, and beauty with grace
Colours
Blue (Azure)Means: Loyalty and truth
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
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)
“D'azur à la bande d'arg., ch. d'une fleur-de-lis du champ posée dans le sens de la bande et de deux roses de gu. C.: une fleur-de-lis d'azur, en pal, entre deux prob. coupées d'arg. sur azur, ornées chacune son embouchure d'une rose (sans tige) de gu.”
Austriac. 1772
Where the Beringer Arms Were Recorded
Tyrol
Map of Austria showing where the Beringer arms are recorded
The Beringer arms were recorded in Austria, c. 1772.
Arms such as these were typically recorded in Tyrol.
Tyrol was mountain country in western Austria, where the valleys were held by families who had been there a very long time. Old tenure counted for more than money, and old families carried 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
Tyrol
First recorded
1772
Granting Authority for the Beringer Arms
Imperial and Royal chancery
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The body that granted and recorded arms in Austria in this period.
Joseph II, Holy Roman Emperor
Sovereign of the period
Joseph II, Holy Roman Emperor
1765–1790
Reigning in Germany when the Beringer arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in Austria
Austrian coats of arms were often linked directly to noble titles granted by the Emperor. These symbols belonged to the entire family line rather than just one individual. When a family grew, new branches kept the original design without needing to change it. This system allowed all members of a noble house to share the same identity across many generations.
Granting authority
The Imperial and Royal chancery managed all heraldic matters and controlled the official granting of arms throughout the Austrian lands.
How they got arms
Families typically received their arms through a formal imperial decree that often accompanied the elevation of a person to noble status.
Where arms were recorded
Official records of these grants were kept in the Imperial Register of Nobility which began its formal documentation process in 1453.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of Austria.
Origin & History of the Beringer Family in Austria
The Beringer family name has deep roots in the mountainous landscape of the Austrian Tyrol, where records confirm their presence as early as 1772. During this period, the region was part of the Habsburg Monarchy, and families like the Beringers often lived in small, tight-knit alpine communities. The name itself is thought to be derived from old Germanic terms related to strength or protection, which suited the rugged lifestyle of those living in the high valleys. Many families in this area were involved in local agriculture, forestry, or trade along the mountain passes that connected the region to Italy and Germany. As the Beringer family established themselves in Tyrol, they became part of the long history of mountain dwellers who shaped the culture and traditions of the Austrian Alps through generations of hard work and community involvement.
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
cross symbolChristian faith and service
bendDefence, and the scarf of a commander
fleur de lisPurity, light, and the sixth son
Colours
Gold (Or)Means: Generosity
Green (Vert)Means: Hope
Red (Gules)Means: Military strength
Historical info
Source
Sir Bernard Burke, The General Armory of England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales, London: Harrison & Sons, 1884
Blazon (the actual original written record)
“Or, a cross vert on a bend gu. three fleurs-de-lis of the first”
HantsBucks · Hants, c. 1620
Where the Beringer Arms Were Recorded
Hants
Map of England showing where the Beringer arms are recorded
The Beringer arms were recorded in Hants, c. 1620.
Hampshire had the naval dockyards at Portsmouth on one side and good farmland on the other. Sea money and land money both bought estates, and an estate was what brought a family its coat of 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.
The body that granted and recorded arms in England in this period.
James VI and I
Sovereign of the period
James VI and I
1603–1625
Reigning in Germany when the Beringer arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in England
English heraldry allowed arms to be shared by all legitimate descendants of the original owner. These symbols were treated as personal property that moved through the generations to all children. While the eldest son kept the original design, other family members could use the same shield without needing to change it or register their own unique versions.
Granting authority
The College of Arms in London has regulated the use of coats of arms throughout England and Wales since 1484.
How they got arms
Families typically obtained their coats of arms through a formal grant from the Crown or by proving their ancient right to them.
Where arms were recorded
All official coats of arms are recorded in the registers kept at the College of Arms, which date back to the fifteenth century.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of Hants.
Origin & History of the Beringer Family in England
The Beringer family name has roots that stretch back into the early seventeenth century in the county of Hampshire, England. By 1620, records confirm that members of the family were already established in this region, living as part of the local agrarian and social fabric. The name itself is thought to be of Germanic origin, likely derived from a combination of words meaning bear and spear, which suggests a history tied to early medieval naming traditions. As the family settled into the English landscape, they became part of the local community life in Hants, participating in the parish systems and regional trade that defined the era. While the family name was not as widespread as others, its presence in Hampshire provides a clear link to the social shifts of the early Stuart period. This early residency shows how families of continental descent integrated into English life, contributing to the local history of the southern counties over several generations.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Bero
An ancient Germanic word meaning bear.
This name
BeringerA patronymic surname denoting a descendant of someone known as the bear.
also spelled
Beringerh
Beringere
Berenger
Related arms
von Beringenvariant spelling
Berengervariant spelling
Borengervariant spelling
Brahamrecorded with Beringer, same area
Documented Sources
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Bahlow, Hans, Deutsches Namenlexikon: Familien- und Vornamen nach Ursprung und Sinn erklärt, 1967
Stadtarchiv Nördlingen, Bürgerbuch der Stadt Nördlingen, 1765
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elephantGreat strength, wit and ambition
elephantGreat strength, wit and ambition
bendDefence, and the scarf of a commander
fleur de lisPurity, light, and the sixth son
roseThe seventh son, and beauty with grace
cross symbolChristian faith and service
