Map of Netherlands showing where the Tack arms are recorded
The Tack arms were recorded in Netherlands, c. 1815.
Arms such as these were typically recorded in Friesland.
Friesland was low, wet country on the northern coast of the Netherlands, farmed by families who had held the same land for centuries. Free landholders were unusually common there, and a free landholder could carry 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
Friesland
First recorded
1815
Granting Authority for the Tack 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 Tack 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 Tack Family in Netherlands
The surname Tack has deep roots in the northern regions of the Netherlands, particularly within the province of Friesland. During the early nineteenth century, the name was well-established among families living in this coastal area. Historically, the name likely originated as a descriptive nickname or a reference to a specific occupation, as was common for many Dutch surnames during the Middle Ages. In the Frisian language and local dialects, the word often related to concepts of sharpness or a specific type of fastener, suggesting that the first people to carry the name may have been skilled craftsmen or metalworkers. By the time of the 1815 civil registration records, the Tack family was already integrated into the local community, reflecting the steady growth and movement of Frisian families who helped shape the social landscape of the northern Netherlands.
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
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Colours
Blue (Azure)Means: Loyalty and truth
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'azur à une colombe volante d'arg., bq. et m. de gu., le vol levé, tenant en son bec un rameau d'olivier de sin. en bande.”
BelgiumAlost, c. 1737
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Map of Belgium showing where the Tack arms are recorded
The Tack arms were recorded in Alost, c. 1737.
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 Belgium in this period.
Charles VI, Holy Roman Emperor
Sovereign of the period
Charles VI, Holy Roman Emperor
1711–1740
Reigning in Netherlands when the Tack arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in Belgium
In Belgium, a coat of arms is considered personal property that is passed down through the male line to legitimate descendants. Families often use the same shield design across generations to show their shared heritage. If a branch of the family wants to change the design, they must apply for an official update to their specific version of the arms.
Granting authority
The Conseil héraldique is the official body that regulates and approves all coats of arms in Belgium.
How they got arms
Families obtain their coats of arms through formal royal grants or by confirming their historical right to use existing designs.
Where arms were recorded
All approved coats of arms are officially recorded in the public registers of the Conseil héraldique since 1844.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of Belgium.
Origin & History of the Tack Family in Belgium
The history of the Tack family in Belgium is deeply rooted in the social and economic landscape of the Flanders region. By the early 18th century, records confirm that members of the family were established in the city of Alost, which served as a significant center for trade and local administration. During this period, the name was often associated with families involved in the textile industry or local craftsmanship, as Alost was well known for its weaving and merchant guilds. Life in Alost required families to be resilient, as the region frequently faced political shifts and economic challenges under changing European powers. The presence of the Tack family in these urban records suggests they were part of the hardworking middle class that helped sustain the city's growth. Over time, these early ancestors helped shape the local community by participating in the daily life and civic duties that defined life in the Flemish territories.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
tacke
Middle Low German term for a sharp object or a nail.
This name
TackAn occupational name for a nail maker or a nickname for a sharp-witted person.
also spelled
Tak
Related arms
Takvariant spelling
Documented Sources
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Meertens, P.J., De betekenis van de Nederlandse familienamen, 1959
Tresoar (Frisian Historical and Literary Center), Burgerlijke Stand van Friesland (Civil Registry of Friesland), 1811-1950
Van der Schaar, J., Woordenboek van voornamen, 1964
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