A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the de Man family lines. Documented in 2 countries.
Reg. 3239 · French, D–F
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
lionCourage, strength and royalty
Colours
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'arg. au lion naiss. de gu., cour. d'or. Cq. cour. C.: le lion, iss. (Quelques-membres de”
Francec. 1663
Where the de Man Arms Were Recorded
Bretagne
Map of France showing where the de Man arms are recorded
The de Man arms were recorded in France, c. 1663.
Arms such as these were typically recorded in Bretagne.
More families held coats of arms in Bretagne than anywhere else in France. The land was divided into many small estates rather than a few large ones, so far more households counted as gentry, and each needed a shield of its own to be told apart.
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 France in this period.
Louis XIV of France
Sovereign of the period
Louis XIV of France
1643–1715
Reigning in France when the de Man arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in France
In France, a coat of arms was a mark of honor that passed down through the male line to all legitimate descendants. Families often used the same shield without changes to show their shared heritage. If a branch wanted to stand out, they could add a small mark to their shield to show their specific place in the family tree.
Granting authority
The Juge d'armes de France acted as the official authority that regulated and verified coats of arms across the country.
How they got arms
Families typically inherited their arms from ancestors, though they could also receive them through royal grants or by proving their noble status.
Where arms were recorded
Coats of arms were officially recorded in the Armorial Général de France, which began its main collection in the year 1696.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of France.
Origin & History of the de Man Family in France
The surname de Man carries a history deeply rooted in the social structures of seventeenth-century France. By 1663, records confirm that members of the family were established in the province of Bretagne, a region known for its strong regional identity and distinct cultural traditions. During this period, the name likely functioned as a descriptive identifier, helping to distinguish individuals within their local communities. As the family navigated the complexities of life in western France, they were part of a broader movement of families who maintained land and social ties across the rural landscape. Their presence in Bretagne suggests they were integrated into the administrative and social fabric of the province, participating in the daily life and local governance typical of the era. This early period reflects a time when family names were becoming more permanent, serving as a vital link between the individual and their ancestral home.
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
chevronProtection, and faithful service completed
savages head affrontyAn enemy overcome
knightChivalry and service in arms
Colours
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
Red (Gules)Means: Military strength
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'arg. au chev. de gu., acc. de trois têtes de More, tort. du sec.; à la bord. engr. de gu. (de Man); au 2 d'azur à un homme, arm. de toutes pièces d'arg., la visière levée, tenant de sa main dextre un marteau d'arg. (Broeckmans).”
BelgiumAnvers, c. 1737
Where the de Man Arms Were Recorded
Anvers
Map of Belgium showing where the de Man arms are recorded
The de Man arms were recorded in Anvers, 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 France when the de Man 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 Man Family in Belgium
The family name de Man has deep roots in the historical landscape of Belgium, particularly within the bustling port city of Antwerp. By the year 1737, records confirm that members of the family were already established in the city, which was a vital center for international trade and commerce during the eighteenth century. The name itself is a descriptive surname, likely originating from a nickname used to distinguish an individual or a specific household in a growing urban population. As Antwerp flourished as a hub for merchants and artisans, families like the de Mans became part of the social fabric that defined the region. Their presence in the city during this era suggests they were integrated into the local economy, living among the diverse groups of people who helped shape the cultural and historical identity of the Low Countries.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Mann
A Germanic term referring to an adult male or human being.
This name
de ManA topographic or occupational surname denoting a person of standing or a man of specific character.
also spelled
de Mann
de Maan
de Manne
Related arms
Man (de) de Lennicksimilar arms
Documented Sources
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Archives départementales d'Ille-et-Vilaine, Série B: Cours et juridictions
Archives départementales du Morbihan, Série E: Familles, seigneuries et terres
Pottier, Jean-Pierre. Histoire de la Bretagne et des Bretons. 2005
Le Moyne de La Borderie, Arthur. Histoire de Bretagne. 1896
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lionCourage, strength and royalty
lionCourage, strength and royalty
chevronProtection, and faithful service completed
savages head affrontyAn enemy overcome
knightChivalry and service in arms
