A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Krantz family lines. Documented in 2 countries.
Reg. 1615 · Dutch, J–L
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
saltireResolution, and St Andrew's cross
saltire coupedResolution, and the cross of St Andrew
beeIndustry, order and tireless work
Colours
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
Blue (Azure)Means: Loyalty and truth
Red (Gules)Means: Military strength
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)
“Parti: au 1 d'arg. à cinq flanchis de gu., 3 et 2; au 2 d'azur à une ruche d'or, surm. de cinq abeilles du même, volantes vers la ruche, rangées en demi-cercle.”
NetherlandsLeyde, c. 1815
Where the Krantz Arms Were Recorded
Leyde
Map of Netherlands showing where the Krantz arms are recorded
The Krantz arms were recorded in Leyde, 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
Leyde
Town
Leyde
First recorded
1815
Granting Authority for the Krantz 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 Krantz 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 Krantz Family in Netherlands
The surname Krantz has deep roots in the cultural landscape of the Netherlands, where it often emerged as a descriptive name for individuals who lived near a wreath-shaped landmark or worked as makers of garlands. By the early nineteenth century, the family established a notable presence in the historic city of Leiden. Records from 1815 confirm that members of the Krantz family were well-integrated into the local community during a time of significant political transition as the Netherlands emerged as a kingdom. Living in a city famous for its university and textile industry, these early ancestors likely participated in the urban growth that defined Leiden during the post-Napoleonic era. The name reflects a history of migration and adaptation, as families moved through the Low Countries and settled into the professional and social structures of Dutch city life.
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
lozengeHonour and nobility, and the arms of a woman
Colours
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'arg. à trois los. aussi d'arg. bordées d'azur, accolées en fasce. C.: un arbre de sin., iss. d'une boule d'azur; entre deux prob. d'arg.”
Germanyc. 1765
Where the Krantz Arms Were Recorded
Bavaria
Map of Germany showing where the Krantz arms are recorded
The Krantz arms were recorded in Germany, c. 1765.
Arms such as these were typically recorded in Bavaria.
Bavaria was a country of old landed families and walled market towns. Estates passed down the same line for centuries, and both the landowners and the leading townsmen kept arms, which is why so many Bavarian names sit 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 Germany in this period.
Francis I, Holy Roman Emperor
Sovereign of the period
Francis I, Holy Roman Emperor
1745–1765
Reigning in Netherlands when the Krantz arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in Germany
In the Holy Roman Empire, coats of arms were often granted to individuals by the Emperor or his representatives. These arms were then passed down through the generations to all legitimate descendants of the original holder. Younger branches of a family usually kept the same shield design without needing to change it, as the arms belonged to the entire lineage.
Granting authority
The Holy Roman Emperor held the sole power to grant new coats of arms throughout his vast imperial territories.
How they got arms
Families typically obtained their coats of arms through a formal imperial grant or by proving their noble status to the authorities.
Where arms were recorded
These grants were officially recorded in the Imperial Chancery registers, which began keeping formal records of such honors during the Middle Ages.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of Germany.
Origin & History of the Krantz Family in Germany
The surname Krantz has deep roots in the German-speaking regions of Europe, where it originated as a descriptive name. In the German language, the word "Kranz" refers to a wreath or a garland, and it was often used as a nickname for someone who crafted these decorative items or perhaps for a person who lived near a landmark known by that name. By the mid-18th century, families bearing this name were well-established in the southern German state of Bavaria. Records confirm that members of the Krantz family were active in Bavarian communities by 1765, living as part of the local agricultural or trade classes. During this era, families were often tied to specific villages where they worked the land or practiced skilled crafts, helping to build the social foundation of the region. As the family grew, they became a part of the long history of Bavarian life, contributing to the local culture and economy for generations.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Kranz
German word for wreath or garland.
This name
KrantzAn occupational name for a maker of wreaths or a topographic name for someone living near a landmark.
also spelled
Kranz
Krant
Krants
Related arms
Crantzvariant spelling
Kransvariant spelling
Documented Sources
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Erfgoed Leiden en Omstre, Bevolkingsregister Leiden 1815
Nationaal Archief, Burgerlijke Stand van de Gemeente Leiden
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saltireResolution, and St Andrew's cross
saltire coupedResolution, and the cross of St Andrew
beeIndustry, order and tireless work
saltireResolution, and St Andrew's cross
saltire coupedResolution, and the cross of St Andrew
beeIndustry, order and tireless work
lozengeHonour and nobility, and the arms of a woman
