A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Eimer family of Netherlands.
Reg. 0249 · Dutch, D–F
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
cupFaith, office, and a trust discharged
roundelA coin, and one who has been to the crusades
Colours
Blue (Azure)Means: Loyalty and truth
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'azur à un seau d'or, acc. de trois bes. d'arg.”
NetherlandsAmsterdam, c. 1815
Where the Eimer Arms Were Recorded
Amsterdam
Map of Netherlands showing where the Eimer arms are recorded
The Eimer arms were recorded in Amsterdam, 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
Amsterdam
Town
Amsterdam
First recorded
1815
Granting Authority for the Eimer 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 Eimer 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 Eimer Family in Netherlands
The surname Eimer has deep roots in the Germanic regions of Europe, where it originally functioned as an occupational name. It is derived from the Middle High German word *eimer*, which refers to a bucket or a wooden pail. This suggests that the earliest ancestors of the family were likely skilled craftsmen, such as coopers or bucket makers, who played a vital role in the daily life of medieval towns. By the early 19th century, members of the Eimer family had established a presence in Amsterdam. The city was a major hub for trade and industry during this period, and it is highly probable that these individuals were drawn to the Dutch capital to pursue opportunities in commerce or specialized craft work. Their migration reflects the broader movement of people across Northern Europe during the post-Napoleonic era, as families sought stability and economic growth in thriving urban centers.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Aimar
Derived from the Germanic elements meaning sword and famous or powerful.
This name
EimerA patronymic surname indicating descent from a person bearing the ancient Germanic name Aimar.
also spelled
Eimer
Imer
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
Stadsarchief Amsterdam, Bevolkingsregister 1815, Archief van de Burgerlijke Stand
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cupFaith, office, and a trust discharged
roundelA coin, and one who has been to the crusades
cupFaith, office, and a trust discharged
roundelA coin, and one who has been to the crusades
