A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Popat family of Netherlands.
Reg. 8952 · Dutch, P–S
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
mulletThe third son, and a divine quality from above
fleur de lisPurity, light, and the sixth son
lionCourage, strength and royalty
Colours
Green (Vert)Means: Hope
Blue (Azure)Means: Loyalty and truth
Gold (Or)Means: Generosity
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
Red (Gules)Means: Military strength
Historical info
Source
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Blazon (the actual original written record)
“Ec.: au 1 de sin. à deux étoiles d'or en chef et une fleur-de-lis d'arg. en p.; au 2 d'azur à une étoile d'or; au 3 d'or au lion cont. de gu.; au 4 losangé d'arg. et de gu.”
NetherlandsAmsterdam, c. 1815
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Map of Netherlands showing where the Popat arms are recorded
The Popat 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 Popat 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 Popat 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 Popat Family in Netherlands
The family name Popat carries a distinct history that reflects the movement of people across global trade routes during the nineteenth century. While the name has roots in South Asian linguistic traditions, where it often signifies a parrot or a person with a vibrant personality, its presence in European records begins to emerge during a period of significant colonial and commercial activity. By 1815, members of the family were documented as residents in Amsterdam, a city that served as a major hub for international maritime trade and cultural exchange at the time. Their presence in the Netherlands suggests that early family members were likely involved in the complex networks of commerce that linked the Dutch East Indies with European ports. This migration highlights a story of adaptability and endurance, as the family navigated the social and economic landscapes of a bustling port city while maintaining their unique identity.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Pupa
Latin term referring to a doll, puppet, or small girl.
This name
PopatA nickname or occupational name derived from the word for a puppet or doll.
Documented Sources
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
mulletThe third son, and a divine quality from above
fleur de lisPurity, light, and the sixth son
lionCourage, strength and royalty
mulletThe third son, and a divine quality from above
fleur de lisPurity, light, and the sixth son
lionCourage, strength and royalty
