Map of Netherlands showing where the de Jonghe arms are recorded
The de Jonghe 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 de Jonghe 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 de Jonghe 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 Jonghe Family in Netherlands
The surname de Jonghe is a classic example of a descriptive Dutch name, as it translates literally to "the young" or "the younger." In the context of the Netherlands, this name was often used to distinguish a son from his father when both men shared the same first name. While the name appears in various regions, historical records confirm that members of the de Jonghe family were well-established in the province of Friesland by 1815. During this period, the Netherlands was undergoing significant administrative changes following the Napoleonic era, which led to the formal registration of surnames in civil records. Families in Friesland often lived in close-knit agricultural communities where such names helped local officials and neighbors keep track of complex family lineages. The presence of the family in this northern region suggests they were part of the traditional Frisian social structure, which placed a high value on clear identification and ancestral continuity within their local parishes.
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
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Colours
Gold (Or)Means: Generosity
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'or au chev. de gu., acc.”
BelgiumBruges, c. 1737
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Map of Belgium showing where the de Jonghe arms are recorded
The de Jonghe 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 de Jonghe 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 Jonghe Family in Belgium
The family name de Jonghe carries a deep connection to the rich urban history of Flanders, particularly within the city of Bruges. By the year 1737, records confirm that members of the family were already established residents in this bustling trade hub. During this period, Bruges was transitioning from its medieval peak into a center of refined commerce and administration, and families like the de Jonghes often integrated into the local merchant and professional classes. The name itself is a descriptive Dutch term meaning the young one, which was a common way to distinguish a son from a father who shared the same first name. As the family grew, they became part of the social fabric of the region, contributing to the local economy and the civic life of the city. Their presence in the eighteenth-century archives reflects a time when families were increasingly documenting their births, marriages, and business dealings to secure their status within the Belgian provinces.
de Jonghe Meaning & Related Branches
Root word
Jong
A Dutch adjective meaning young or youthful.
This name
de JongheRefers to the younger person, often used to distinguish a son from his father.
also spelled
de Jong
de Jonge
de Jongh
de Yonga
Jonghe
Related arms
de Jongvariant spelling
de Jongevariant spelling
de Jonghvariant spelling
Documented Sources
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Meertens, P.J., De betekenis van Nederlandse familienamen, 1964
Tresoar, Fries Historisch en Letterkundig Centrum, Burgerlijke Stand van Friesland (Civil Registry of Friesland), 1811–1950
Van der Schaar, J., Woordenboek van voornamen, 1964
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lionCourage, strength and royalty
roundelA coin, and one who has been to the crusades
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roundelA coin, and one who has been to the crusades
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