A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Haage family lines. Documented in 2 countries.
Reg. 3634 · Dutch, G–I
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
cross symbolChristian faith and service
martletA younger son, who must win his own land
Colours
Blue (Azure)Means: Loyalty and truth
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 la croix d'arg., cant. de quatre merlettes du même.”
NetherlandsAmsterdam, c. 1815
Where the Haage Arms Were Recorded
Amsterdam
Map of Netherlands showing where the Haage arms are recorded
The Haage 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 Haage 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 Haage 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 Haage Family in Netherlands
The surname Haage has deep roots in the Netherlands, where it is closely tied to the landscape and the development of urban life. The name is derived from the Middle Dutch word "hage," which refers to a hedge, a fenced enclosure, or a piece of land protected by a boundary. In the early nineteenth century, the family established a notable presence in Amsterdam, a city that was rapidly transforming into a global center for trade and industry following the end of the Napoleonic Wars. By 1815, members of the Haage family were already integrated into the social and economic fabric of the capital. During this period, the family likely benefited from the city's focus on horticulture and commerce, as the name itself suggests a historical connection to land management and enclosed gardens. As Amsterdam expanded, the Haage family members were part of a growing class of citizens who helped define the city's identity through their professional contributions and local community involvement.
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
lionCourage, strength and royalty
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)
“Coupé d'or sur sa., à deux léopards de l'un à l'autre, 1 en chef et 1 en p. C.: un lion assis d'or.”
FranceStrasbourg, c. 1663
Where the Haage Arms Were Recorded
Strasbourg
Map of France showing where the Haage arms are recorded
The Haage arms were recorded in Strasbourg, c. 1663.
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 Netherlands when the Haage 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 Haage Family in France
The history of the Haage family in France is deeply rooted in the unique cultural landscape of the Alsace region. By the year 1663, records confirm that members of the family were already established in Strasbourg, a city that served as a vital crossroads between French and Germanic influences. During this period, Strasbourg was a center of trade and intellectual activity, and families like the Haages often played roles in the local craft guilds or merchant networks that defined the city’s economy. Because Alsace shifted between different political powers throughout the seventeenth century, the Haage family lived through a time of significant transition. Their presence in the city during this era suggests they were part of the stable urban population that helped maintain the continuity of Strasbourg’s traditions despite the changing borders of the time.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Hage
A hedge, enclosure, or fenced area of land.
This name
HaageA topographic name for someone who lived near a hedge or an enclosed field.
also spelled
Haage
Hag
Hageh
Haga
Documented Sources
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Stadsarchief Amsterdam, Bevolkingsregister van Amsterdam (1815)
Nationaal Archief, Burgerlijke Stand van de provincie Noord-Holland (1815)
Van der Schaar, J., Woordenboek van voornamen (1964)
Debrabandere, Frans, Woordenboek van de familienamen in België en Noord-Frankrijk (2003)
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cross symbolChristian faith and service
martletA younger son, who must win his own land
cross symbolChristian faith and service
martletA younger son, who must win his own land
lionCourage, strength and royalty
