A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Fuerte family of Austria.
Reg. 6369 · Austrian, D–F
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
fessThe military belt, and readiness to serve
lionCourage, strength and royalty
Colours
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
Blue (Azure)Means: Loyalty and truth
Red (Gules)Means: Military strength
Gold (Or)Means: Generosity
Historical info
Source
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Blazon (the actual original written record)
“Ec.: au 1 et 4 d'arg. à la fasce de gu.; aux 2 et 3 d'azur au lion d'or, cour. du même, celui du 3 cont. Cq. cour. C.: le lion du 2, iss., entre un vol aux armes du 1. L.: à dextre d'arg. et de gu., à sen. d'or et d'azur.”
Austriac. 1772
Where the Fuerte Arms Were Recorded
Tyrol
Map of Austria showing where the Fuerte arms are recorded
The Fuerte arms were recorded in Austria, c. 1772.
Arms such as these were typically recorded in Tyrol.
Tyrol was mountain country in western Austria, where the valleys were held by families who had been there a very long time. Old tenure counted for more than money, and old families 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.
Region
Tyrol
First recorded
1772
Granting Authority for the Fuerte Arms
Imperial and Royal chancery
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The body that granted and recorded arms in Austria in this period.
Joseph II, Holy Roman Emperor
Sovereign of the period
Joseph II, Holy Roman Emperor
1765–1790
Reigning in Austria when the Fuerte arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in Austria
Austrian coats of arms were often linked directly to noble titles granted by the Emperor. These symbols belonged to the entire family line rather than just one individual. When a family grew, new branches kept the original design without needing to change it. This system allowed all members of a noble house to share the same identity across many generations.
Granting authority
The Imperial and Royal chancery managed all heraldic matters and controlled the official granting of arms throughout the Austrian lands.
How they got arms
Families typically received their arms through a formal imperial decree that often accompanied the elevation of a person to noble status.
Where arms were recorded
Official records of these grants were kept in the Imperial Register of Nobility which began its formal documentation process in 1453.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of Austria.
Origin & History of the Fuerte Family in Austria
The surname Fuerte traces its roots to the mountainous regions of Tyrol, where records confirm the family was established by at least 1772. The name itself is derived from the Spanish word for strong, which suggests that the original bearers may have been known for their physical resilience or their steadfast character in a challenging alpine environment. During the eighteenth century, Tyrol served as a vital crossroads for trade and cultural exchange between Germanic and Romance-speaking populations. This unique location likely influenced the family's development, as they navigated the complex social and political landscape of the Habsburg monarchy. By settling in this rugged terrain, the early members of the Fuerte family demonstrated a remarkable ability to adapt to the harsh climate and the shifting borders of Central Europe. Their presence in official records from this period indicates that they were integrated members of their local community who contributed to the agricultural and social life of the region.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Fortis
Latin term meaning strong, powerful, or steadfast.
This name
FuerteA descriptive surname denoting a person of great physical strength or fortitude.
also spelled
Fuerte
Fuertt
Fuertte
Foort
Fwurt
Documented Sources
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Tiroler Landesarchiv, Tiroler Steuerkataster 1772
Huter, Franz, Tiroler Urkundenbuch, 1937
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fessThe military belt, and readiness to serve
lionCourage, strength and royalty
fessThe military belt, and readiness to serve
lionCourage, strength and royalty
