The Haas Coat of Arms and Name Meaning
Discover the meaning of Haas, its origins in Germany, and the story behind a Haas family crest.
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Origin of the Haas name
Haas comes from Middle High German hase, "hare", a nickname for a fast runner or a timid person, or from a house sign showing a hare, as house names taken from such signs were common in medieval towns. The surname is common in south-west Germany, Austria and Switzerland, and in the United States.
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This overview covers the Haas name in Germany. We also hold records of the name in other countries, such as Austria, Switzerland and the United States; your full pack is researched for your family's country of origin.
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Haas name FAQ
What does the Haas name mean?
Hare. Common variants include Hase, Haase, Hass.
Where does the Haas surname come from?
It originates in Germany, and is also found in Austria, Switzerland and the United States.
Is there a Haas coat of arms?
Arms were granted to individuals, not whole surnames, so there is no single Haas crest. Herald Lab paints a personalized Haas coat of arms based on historic heraldry.
Researched by Herald Lab Research Studio, since 1993. Sources: Duden Familiennamen; Dictionary of American Family Names (Oxford).