A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Hase family lines. Documented in 3 countries.
Reg. 8602 · Danish, G–I
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
rabbitOne who lives peaceably and well
Colours
Blue (Azure)Means: Loyalty and truth
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)
“D'azur à un lièvre courant d'or. C.: cinq pl. d'aut.: d'azur, d'or, d'arg., d'azur et d'or.”
Denmarkc. 1722
Where the Hase Arms Were Recorded
Sjaælland
Map of Denmark showing where the Hase arms are recorded
The Hase arms were recorded in Denmark, c. 1722.
Arms such as these were typically recorded in Sjaælland.
Zealand held the Danish court, the crown's offices and Copenhagen itself. Families who served the king kept estates within reach of it, and royal service was the ordinary route to a coat of 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 Denmark in this period.
Frederik IV of Denmark
Sovereign of the period
Frederik IV of Denmark
1699–1730
Reigning in Denmark when the Hase arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in Denmark
Danish heraldry during this period was closely tied to noble status and royal favor rather than being open to all citizens. Arms were typically granted by the monarch to individuals, and these symbols were then shared by all members of the noble house. If a family line died out, the right to use those specific arms ended with them.
Granting authority
The Danish royal chancery held the power to issue and regulate official coats of arms for the kingdom.
How they got arms
Families usually received their arms through a formal royal grant that confirmed their noble status and rights.
Where arms were recorded
These grants were officially recorded in the Danish Royal Chancery records starting in the sixteenth century.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of Denmark.
Origin & History of the Hase Family in Denmark
The family name Hase has deep roots in the Danish landscape, with documented evidence placing members of the family on the island of Sjælland as early as 1722. During this period, the name was closely tied to the rural traditions of the region, where families were often identified by their connection to the land or their specific trade. In the Danish language, the word "hase" refers to the hock or the joint of an animal's hind leg, which suggests that the name may have originated as a descriptive nickname for a person who worked closely with livestock or perhaps someone known for their agility. As the family established themselves in Sjælland, they became part of the local social fabric, navigating the shifts in Danish society that occurred throughout the eighteenth century. By tracing their presence back to this era, we see a family that was likely integrated into the farming communities that defined the island’s history long before the modern era of standardized surnames.
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Colours
Black (Sable)Means: Constancy
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)
“Parti de sa. et d'arg. C.: deux prob., d'arg. et de sa.”
NorwayNorvége, c. 1605
Where the Hase Arms Were Recorded
Oslo
Map of Norway showing where the Hase arms are recorded
The Hase arms were recorded in Norvége, c. 1605.
Arms such as these were typically recorded in Oslo.
Oslo held the Norwegian court and the offices that went with it. Norway's landed families were few and most held some post under the crown, and a post of that kind was what brought a shield.
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 Norway in this period.
Christian IV of Denmark
Sovereign of the period
Christian IV of Denmark
1588–1648
Reigning in Denmark when the Hase arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in Norway
Norwegian families often assumed their own coats of arms freely without needing official permission from the crown. These symbols functioned as personal seals for merchants and farmers rather than just marks of nobility. Families passed these designs through generations as private property. When branches split, they frequently modified the original colors or shapes to create distinct versions for their own use.
Granting authority
The Norwegian royal chancery oversaw the formal recognition of noble status and the official registration of coats of arms.
How they got arms
Most families simply adopted their own unique designs to use on seals and property, though some sought royal confirmation.
Where arms were recorded
Official records of noble arms were kept in the royal chancery archives, which began documenting these grants during the union period.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of Norway.
Origin & History of the Hase Family in Norway
The history of the Hase family in Norway begins with documented records of individuals living in Oslo as early as 1605. During this period, Oslo was a growing center of trade and administration under the influence of the Dano-Norwegian union. The name Hase likely arrived in the region through the movement of merchants or craftsmen traveling between Northern Germany and the bustling ports of Scandinavia. Families with this name often integrated into the urban middle class, working in roles that supported the city’s infrastructure and local commerce. As the family established itself in the capital, they became part of the social fabric of a city that was transitioning into a modern administrative hub. By settling in Oslo during the seventeenth century, the early members of the Hase family participated in the slow but steady development of Norway’s urban history.
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
lionCourage, strength and royalty
Colours
ErmineMeans: Dignity
Black (Sable)Means: Constancy
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)
“Erminois three lions' heads erased sa”
EnglandLondon, c. 1614
Where the Hase Arms Were Recorded
London
Map of England showing where the Hase arms are recorded
The Hase arms were recorded in London, c. 1614.
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 Denmark when the Hase 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 Hase Family in England
The surname Hase has roots that stretch back to medieval Europe, where it functioned as a descriptive nickname for a person who possessed the swiftness or timid nature of a hare. By the time the name appeared in London records in 1614, the family was already part of the bustling urban landscape of early modern England. During this period, London was a rapidly expanding center of trade and migration, drawing individuals from various regions who sought new opportunities in the capital. Members of the Hase family likely integrated into this environment as merchants, tradespeople, or skilled laborers, contributing to the diverse social fabric of the city. As they settled into English life, the name evolved alongside the language, eventually becoming a permanent fixture within the local community. This early presence in London suggests that the family was part of the steady movement of people who helped shape the economic and cultural growth of the city during the seventeenth century.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Hase
Middle Low German word for a hare or a swift runner.
This name
HaseA topographic or habitational name for someone who lived at a house marked by a hare sign.
also spelled
Haase
Haze
Hays
Hayes
Hayss
Related arms
Haesvariant spelling
Hayesvariant spelling
Haysvariant spelling
Ormsenrecorded with Hase, same area
Documented Sources
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Danish National Archives (Rigsarkivet), Sjællandske Stiftsøvrigheds arkiv
Danish National Archives (Rigsarkivet), Kirkebøger for Sjællands Stift
Trap, J.P., Kongeriget Danmark, 1858
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rabbitOne who lives peaceably and well
rabbitOne who lives peaceably and well
lionCourage, strength and royalty
