Hacke History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe Hacke name derives from the Middle Low German word "ha-ke," Dutch "haak," which means "a hook." The name may have been a nickname for someone with some deformity in a hook shape; or perhaps an occupational name for someone who made or used hooks. Early Origins of the Hacke familyThe surname Hacke was first found in Holland, where the name became noted for its many branches in the region, each house acquiring a status and influence which was envied by the princes of the region. The name was first recorded in South Holland, a province of Holland, the most crowded province of the Netherlands. The principal cities are Rotterdam, Leyden and Shiedam. Noted is the famed castle of Teilengen where Jacqueline of Bavaria is buried. In their later history the surname became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into this most influential family. Early History of the Hacke familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Hacke research. Another 107 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1605, 1615, 1620, 1655, 1684, 1688, 1690 and 1692 are included under the topic Early Hacke History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Hacke Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Haack, Haak, Hack, Hacke, Hacker, Häckel, Hacken, Heck, Hecke, Heckel, Hecken and many more. Early Notables of the Hacke familyFrom this era of Dutch history, those of this who distinguished themselves included Theodore Haak (1605-1690), a German Calvinist scholar; Abraham van den Hecken (c.1615-c.1655), a Dutch painter...
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Hacke Settlers in United States in the 17th CenturyHacke Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Hacke Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Hacke Settlers in Canada in the 19th Century
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