A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Hagon family of Ireland.
Reg. 7319 · Irish, G–I
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
lionCourage, strength and royalty
fishA true and generous mind, and Christian faith
Colours
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
Red (Gules)Means: Military strength
Historical info
Source
Sir Bernard Burke, The General Armory of England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales, London: Harrison & Sons, 1884
Blazon (the actual original written record)
“Ar. two sea lions ramp. gu. supporting an anchor in pale sa. in base a salmon naiant in waves of the sea all ppr”
Irelandc. 1645
Where the Hagon Arms Were Recorded
Dublin
Map of Ireland showing where the Hagon arms are recorded
The Hagon arms were recorded in Ireland, c. 1645.
Arms such as these were typically recorded in Dublin.
Dublin was the seat of government in Ireland and the place where grants were sought and recorded. Families with business at the castle or the courts settled nearby, and settling there put their arms on record.
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 Ireland in this period.
Charles I of England
Sovereign of the period
Charles I of England
1625–1649
Reigning in Ireland when the Hagon arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in Ireland
The Ulster King of Arms granted coats of arms to individuals who proved their social standing and good character. These symbols were typically inherited by all legitimate descendants of the original holder. If a family branch wanted a unique look, they could apply for a specific change to their design through the office to ensure their identity remained distinct.
Granting authority
The Ulster King of Arms acted as the official body that regulated and issued all coats of arms throughout Ireland.
How they got arms
Families obtained their arms through formal grants issued by the office after proving their eligibility and paying the required fees.
Where arms were recorded
All official grants were recorded in the registers held by the Ulster King of Arms starting from the year 1552.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of Ireland.
Origin & History of the Hagon Family in Ireland
The Hagon family name has deep roots in the city of Dublin, with documented evidence confirming their presence there as early as 1645. During the middle of the seventeenth century, Dublin was a bustling center of trade and political change, and families like the Hagons often played a role in the urban life of the capital. While the name is relatively rare, its appearance in city records suggests that early members were established residents during a time of significant upheaval in Ireland. These ancestors likely navigated the complex social and economic landscape of the city by working in local trades or serving in civic capacities. By settling in such a prominent location, the early Hagon family became part of the long and intricate history of Dublin, leaving a mark that remains visible in historical archives today.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
O hAodhagain
Descendant of Aodhagan, a diminutive form of the name Aodh meaning fire.
This name
HagonDerived from a diminutive of the Gaelic name Aodh, signifying a descendant of the little fiery one.
also spelled
Hagen
Haggin
Hagon
Documented Sources
Sir Bernard Burke, The General Armory of England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales, London: Harrison & Sons, 1884
National Archives of Ireland, Civil Survey of the County of Dublin, 1654-1656
Simington, Robert C., The Civil Survey, A.D. 1654-1656: County of Dublin, 1945
Dublin City Library and Archive, The Dublin City Assembly Rolls, 1640-1650
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lionCourage, strength and royalty
fishA true and generous mind, and Christian faith
lionCourage, strength and royalty
fishA true and generous mind, and Christian faith
