A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Brunt family lines. Documented in 2 countries.
Reg. 7166 · Dutch, A–C
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
lionCourage, strength and royalty
crescentHonour by the sovereign, and the second son
Colours
Red (Gules)Means: Military strength
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)
“De gu. à deux lions ramp. et accostés d'arg., acc. en p. d'un croiss. du même.”
Netherlandsc. 1815
Where the Brunt Arms Were Recorded
Friesland
Map of Netherlands showing where the Brunt arms are recorded
The Brunt 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 Brunt Arms
Hoge Raad van Adel
Photograph made by me · CC BY-SA 3.0
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 Brunt 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 Brunt Family in Netherlands
The family name Brunt has deep roots in the northern regions of the Netherlands, particularly within the province of Friesland. By the early nineteenth century, the name was firmly established among the local population, as evidenced by official civil records from 1815. The name itself is thought to be descriptive in origin, likely referring to the physical appearance of an ancestor or perhaps a connection to land that had been cleared by fire. During this period, families in Friesland often held strong ties to their local communities, working in agriculture or maritime trades that defined the coastal landscape. As the Dutch government began to standardize civil registration during the Napoleonic era, the Brunt family was formally documented, helping to preserve their history for future generations. This transition into formal record-keeping provides a clear window into how the family lived and moved through the Dutch provinces during a time of significant national change.
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Colours
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
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)
“Ar. an infuld (cap) embowed at the end gu. turned up in form of a chapeau and engr. with a button and tassel on the top or”
Englandc. 1620
Where the Brunt Arms Were Recorded
York
Map of England showing where the Brunt arms are recorded
The Brunt arms were recorded in England, c. 1620.
Arms such as these were typically recorded in York.
Yorkshire is the largest of the English counties, and it held more gentry families than any other. Land there was split among a great many households rather than a few, so a great many of them 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.
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 Netherlands when the Brunt 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 England.
Origin & History of the Brunt Family in England
The surname Brunt has deep roots in the English landscape, with its origins likely tied to the descriptive nicknames or physical traits of early ancestors. In the Middle Ages, names were often chosen based on a person’s appearance or their specific role within a village community. By the year 1620, records confirm that members of the Brunt family were well-established in the historic city of York. During this period, York served as a major northern hub for trade and administration, suggesting that these early family members were likely integrated into the urban life of the city. As the family grew, they moved through the changing social structures of northern England, transitioning from local laborers or tradespeople into the broader fabric of English society. This early presence in York highlights how families often settled in stable, prosperous regions to build their livelihoods over many generations.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
brant
Old Germanic term referring to a burning fire or torch.
This name
BruntA descriptive nickname for someone with a fiery temperament or bright red hair.
also spelled
Brunte
Bruntte
Bruntt
Bront
Bronte
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, Brunt
Meertens Instituut, Nederlandse Familienamenbank
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lionCourage, strength and royalty
crescentHonour by the sovereign, and the second son
lionCourage, strength and royalty
crescentHonour by the sovereign, and the second son
