A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Hammon family lines. Documented in 2 countries.
Reg. 4520 · French, G–I
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
bendDefence, and the scarf of a commander
Colours
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
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)
“Bandé d'arg. et de gu.”
MaineMaine, c. 1663
Where the Hammon Arms Were Recorded
Maine
Map of France showing where the Hammon arms are recorded
The Hammon arms were recorded in Maine, c. 1663.
Maine was quiet farming country in western France, held in small manors by families who stayed for generations. Nothing about it was grand, but steady landholding is exactly what puts a name in the registers.
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 France when the Hammon 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 Maine.
Origin & History of the Hammon Family in France
The surname Hammon finds its roots in the medieval period of France, where it evolved from the ancient Germanic name Haimo. This name was brought into the French language as Hamon, meaning home or protector. During the Middle Ages, the name became popular in the northern regions of France, particularly in Normandy and Brittany. Many families carrying this name were landowners or skilled tradespeople who lived in rural villages. By the mid-17th century, some individuals bearing this name sought new opportunities across the Atlantic Ocean. Records confirm that members of the Hammon family were established in the colony of Maine by 1663, where they helped build early settlements along the rugged coastline. These pioneers brought their traditions and work ethic from France to the harsh environment of North America, successfully transitioning from their European origins to become part of the foundational history of the Maine frontier.
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
lanceKnightly service and the tilt
Colours
Blue (Azure)Means: Loyalty and truth
Gold (Or)Means: Generosity
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)
“Az. three tilting spears bendways or”
Englandc. 1620
Where the Hammon Arms Were Recorded
York
Map of England showing where the Hammon arms are recorded
The Hammon arms were recorded in England, c. 1620.
Arms such as these were typically recorded in York.
Yorkshire is the largest of the English counties, and it held more gentry families than any other. Land there was split among a great many households rather than a few, so a great many of them 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.
The body that granted and recorded arms in England in this period.
James VI and I
Sovereign of the period
James VI and I
1603–1625
Reigning in France when the Hammon arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in England
English heraldry allowed arms to be shared by all legitimate descendants of the original owner. These symbols were treated as personal property that moved through the generations to all children. While the eldest son kept the original design, other family members could use the same shield without needing to change it or register their own unique versions.
Granting authority
The College of Arms in London has regulated the use of coats of arms throughout England and Wales since 1484.
How they got arms
Families typically obtained their coats of arms through a formal grant from the Crown or by proving their ancient right to them.
Where arms were recorded
All official coats of arms are recorded in the registers kept at the College of Arms, which date back to the fifteenth century.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of England.
Origin & History of the Hammon Family in England
The name Hammon originates from the Old German name Hamo, which was brought to England following the Norman Conquest of 1066. Over several centuries, the name evolved through various spellings as it spread from the southern regions of England toward the north. By the early 17th century, the family had established a notable presence in the historic city of York. During this period, York served as a vital center for trade and administration in Northern England. Families like the Hammons often lived in close proximity to the city’s ancient stone walls and busy market squares. Their presence in York by 1620 suggests they were part of the growing urban population that helped shape the social and economic life of the region during the transition into the Stuart era.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Haimo
A Germanic name derived from the word for home or house.
This name
HammonA locative or occupational surname referring to someone who lived near or managed a home.
also spelled
Hamon
Hammond
Hamond
Related arms
Hamondvariant spelling
Okedenrecorded with Hammon, same area
Documented Sources
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Dauzat, Albert. Dictionnaire étymologique des noms et prénoms de France. 1951
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bendDefence, and the scarf of a commander
bendDefence, and the scarf of a commander
lanceKnightly service and the tilt
