A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Hassan family of Austria.
Reg. 1127 · Austrian, G–I
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
paleMilitary strength, and a fortified defence
fessThe military belt, and readiness to serve
rabbitOne who lives peaceably and well
Colours
Blue (Azure)Means: Loyalty and truth
Red (Gules)Means: Military strength
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)
“Ec.: aux 1 et 4 d'azur à un lièvre ramp. au nat.; aux 2 et 3 de gu. au pal d'arg. Cq. cour. C.: un lièvre iss. au nat.; entre un vol, l'aile dextre coupée d'or sur azur, l'aile sen. de gu. à la fasce d'arg. L.: à dextre d'arg. et de gu., à sen. d'or et d'azur.”
Austriac. 1772
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Map of Austria showing where the Hassan arms are recorded
The Hassan 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 Hassan 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 Hassan 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 Hassan Family in Austria
The name Hassan has deep roots that stretch across diverse cultures and geographies, reflecting a long history of migration and cultural exchange. While the name is most commonly associated with Arabic origins, where it signifies being handsome or good, its presence in the Alpine region of Tyrol by 1772 suggests a fascinating journey of movement. During the eighteenth century, the Tyrol region served as a vital crossroads for trade and travel between Northern and Southern Europe. Families moving into this area often integrated into local communities while maintaining their unique heritage. By the time records place the family in Tyrol in 1772, they were likely part of a broader pattern of families relocating for economic opportunities or shifting political boundaries. This history highlights how a name can travel across continents and adapt to new environments while preserving its original identity.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Hasan
Arabic root meaning to be good, beautiful, or excellent.
This name
HassanA name denoting someone who is handsome, good, or virtuous.
also spelled
Hassin
Hassenne
Hassene
Hasen
Documented Sources
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
paleMilitary strength, and a fortified defence
fessThe military belt, and readiness to serve
rabbitOne who lives peaceably and well
paleMilitary strength, and a fortified defence
fessThe military belt, and readiness to serve
rabbitOne who lives peaceably and well
