Map of Netherlands showing where the Lindeman arms are recorded
The Lindeman arms were recorded in Amsterdam, 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
Amsterdam
Town
Amsterdam
First recorded
1815
Granting Authority for the Lindeman Arms
Hoge Raad van Adel
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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 Lindeman 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 Lindeman Family in Netherlands
The surname Lindeman is a topographical name that likely originated from individuals living near a prominent linden tree, which was a common landmark in Germanic and Dutch regions. By the early nineteenth century, the family had established a notable presence in Amsterdam, a city defined by its bustling trade and rapid urbanization following the end of the Napoleonic era. In 1815, as the Netherlands transitioned into a new kingdom, members of the Lindeman family were active participants in the city's social and economic life. During this period, Amsterdam was undergoing significant changes as it reclaimed its status as a global center for commerce. Families like the Lindemans often moved into the city to take advantage of new opportunities in shipping, crafts, or administration. Their presence in official records from this time reflects the broader movement of people toward urban centers during the early modern transition of the Dutch state.
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
cupFaith, office, and a trust discharged
lionCourage, strength and royalty
arrowReadiness for battle, and affliction endured
Colours
Red (Gules)Means: Military strength
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
Gold (Or)Means: Generosity
Black (Sable)Means: Constancy
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 de gu. à trois coupes couvertes d'or; aux 2 et 3 coupé d'arg. sur or, l'arg. ch. d'un lion naiss. de gu., mouv. du coupé, tenant une flèche de sa., la pointe en bas; le lion du 3 cont. Cq. cour. C.: un bras, arm. au nat., la main de carn. tenant une épée d'arg. L.: à dextre d'or et de gu., à sen. d'arg. et de gu.”
Germanyc. 1765
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Map of Germany showing where the Lindeman arms are recorded
The Lindeman 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 Lindeman 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 Lindeman Family in Germany
The surname Lindeman is a topographical name that originated in the German-speaking regions of Europe, specifically referring to someone who lived near a linden tree. In the medieval period, these trees were often central to village life and served as common meeting places for local courts or community gatherings. By the time the family was firmly established in Bavaria in 1765, the name had become a common identifier for families living near these significant landmarks. During the eighteenth century, Bavaria was a region defined by its strong agricultural traditions and strict parish record-keeping. Families with this name were likely integrated into the local rural economy, where their surname helped distinguish them from neighbors in small, tight-knit communities. As the family moved through the generations in southern Germany, the name remained a steady reflection of their connection to the landscape and the specific geography of their ancestral home.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Linde
A linden or lime tree, often associated with village meeting places.
This name
LindemanA person who lived near or worked with linden trees.
also spelled
Lyndeman
Lindemann
Lindemanne
Documented Sources
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Stadsarchief Amsterdam, Bevolkingsregister van Amsterdam (Population Register), 1815
Nationaal Archief, Burgerlijke Stand (Civil Registry), 1815
Van der Schaar, J., Woordenboek van voornamen (Dictionary of First Names), 1964
Huizinga, A., Encyclopedie van namen (Encyclopedia of Names), 1955
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treeLife, endurance and deep roots
knightChivalry and service in arms
treeLife, endurance and deep roots
knightChivalry and service in arms
cupFaith, office, and a trust discharged
lionCourage, strength and royalty
arrowReadiness for battle, and affliction endured
