A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the de Jongh family lines. Documented in 2 countries.
Reg. 4395 · Dutch, D–F
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
spurKnighthood, and readiness to spur on
Colours
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'or à une selle de gu., avec ses étriers d'arg.”
NetherlandsRotterdam, c. 1815
Where the de Jongh Arms Were Recorded
Rotterdam
Map of Netherlands showing where the de Jongh arms are recorded
The de Jongh arms were recorded in Rotterdam, 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
Rotterdam
Town
Rotterdam
First recorded
1815
Granting Authority for the de Jongh 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 de Jongh 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 de Jongh Family in Netherlands
The surname de Jongh is a classic Dutch name that literally translates to "the young one." In the Netherlands, this name often served as a way to distinguish a younger man from an older relative who shared the same first name. By the time the family was firmly established in Rotterdam in 1815, the name had already been in use for generations across various Dutch provinces. During this era, Rotterdam was a growing center for trade and shipping, which attracted many families looking for new opportunities. The de Jongh family became part of the city's urban fabric during a time of significant political change as the Netherlands transitioned into a modern kingdom. Because the name was descriptive rather than tied to a specific location, it was adopted independently by many different families throughout the country. This makes the name a common and deeply rooted part of Dutch history.
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
cramponFirm hold on what has been gained
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 un crampon de sa., posé en pal.”
Belgiumc. 1737
Where the de Jongh Arms Were Recorded
Brabant
Map of Belgium showing where the de Jongh arms are recorded
The de Jongh 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 de Jongh 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 de Jongh Family in Belgium
The family name de Jongh has deep roots in the historical region of Brabant, where records confirm members of the family were established by 1737. In the Dutch language, the name literally translates to "the young one," a common way to distinguish a son from his father when both shared the same first name. During the eighteenth century, the area of Brabant was a bustling center of trade and agriculture under the rule of the Austrian Netherlands. Families like the de Jonghs were often part of the local social fabric, working as skilled tradespeople or landowners who contributed to the stability of their villages. As the family grew, they moved through the changing political landscape of Belgium, adapting to shifts in government while maintaining their identity as a prominent local lineage. Their presence in the region reflects the broader history of families who helped build the foundations of modern Belgian society through generations of steady community life.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Jong
A Dutch adjective meaning young or youthful.
This name
de JonghRefers to the younger person, often used to distinguish a son from his father.
also spelled
de Jong
de Jonge
de Jonghe
de Yong
Jongh
Related arms
de Laversimilar arms
Streng (van der) - Hollsimilar arms
de Jongvariant spelling
de Jongevariant spelling
Documented Sources
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Leendert Brouwer, Nederlandse Familienamen Databank, 2005
P.J. Meertens, De betekenis van de Nederlandse familienamen, 1957
spurKnighthood, and readiness to spur on
spurKnighthood, and readiness to spur on
cramponFirm hold on what has been gained
