A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Pak family lines. Documented in 2 countries.
Reg. 7199 · English, P–S
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
cinquefoilHope and joy
Colours
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
ErmineMeans: Dignity
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)
“Quarterly, ar. and erm. in the first quarter a cinquefoil or”
Englandc. 1620
Where the Pak Arms Were Recorded
York
Map of England showing where the Pak arms are recorded
The Pak 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 England when the Pak 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 Pak Family in England
The history of the Pak family in England begins with records of individuals living in the historic city of York as early as 1620. During the seventeenth century, York was a major center for trade and religious life, and families like the Paks often settled near the city’s bustling markets or within the shadow of its great cathedral. The name itself likely evolved from older linguistic roots, possibly serving as a descriptive nickname or a shortened form of a longer occupational title used in the medieval period. As these early family members established their lives in Yorkshire, they became part of the local social fabric, participating in the daily commerce and community governance that defined life in a northern English city. By remaining in such a prominent location, the family left behind traces in parish registers and legal documents that allow historians to track their presence through the generations.
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
chiefAuthority, wisdom and dominion
anchorHope, and steadfastness in trouble
Colours
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
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)
“Ar. on a chief az. three anchors or”
Irelandc. 1645
Where the Pak Arms Were Recorded
Dublin
Map of Ireland showing where the Pak arms are recorded
The Pak arms were recorded in Ireland, c. 1645.
Arms such as these were typically recorded in Dublin.
Dublin was the seat of government in Ireland and the place where grants were sought and recorded. Families with business at the castle or the courts settled nearby, and settling there put their arms on record.
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 Ireland in this period.
Charles I of England
Sovereign of the period
Charles I of England
1625–1649
Reigning in England when the Pak arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in Ireland
The Ulster King of Arms granted coats of arms to individuals who proved their social standing and good character. These symbols were typically inherited by all legitimate descendants of the original holder. If a family branch wanted a unique look, they could apply for a specific change to their design through the office to ensure their identity remained distinct.
Granting authority
The Ulster King of Arms acted as the official body that regulated and issued all coats of arms throughout Ireland.
How they got arms
Families obtained their arms through formal grants issued by the office after proving their eligibility and paying the required fees.
Where arms were recorded
All official grants were recorded in the registers held by the Ulster King of Arms starting from the year 1552.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of Ireland.
Origin & History of the Pak Family in Ireland
The history of the Pak family in Ireland is rooted in the bustling urban landscape of seventeenth-century Dublin. By 1645, members of the family were already established residents within the city, a period marked by significant political upheaval and shifting social structures in the capital. During this era, Dublin served as a primary hub for trade and administration, attracting families who sought to build lives within the city walls. The presence of the Pak name in early municipal records suggests that these individuals were integrated into the local economy and the daily life of the growing port city. While the name itself may have origins that stretch far beyond the Irish Sea, its early documentation in Dublin highlights the family's role as part of the diverse population that shaped the city during a transformative time in Irish history.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Pacc
An Old English personal name derived from the Germanic word for peace.
This name
PakA patronymic surname indicating descent from an ancestor originally named Pac or Pacc.
also spelled
Pak
Pake
Documented Sources
Sir Bernard Burke, The General Armory of England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales, London: Harrison & Sons, 1884
Borthwick Institute for Archives, York Diocesan Archive: Parish Registers of York St. Michael le Belfrey
Raine, Angelo, Mediaeval York: A Topographical Survey Based on Original Sources, 1955
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cinquefoilHope and joy
cinquefoilHope and joy
chiefAuthority, wisdom and dominion
anchorHope, and steadfastness in trouble
