Show ContentsNellessen History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

Early Origins of the Nellessen family

The surname Nellessen was first found in Austria, where the name Nelle 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. In their later history the name 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 Nellessen family

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Nellessen Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Nelle, Nellen, Nell, Neille, Nelli, Nellenburg, Nellen, Nellessen, Nellie, Nelly, Nellenberg, Nellberg and many more.

Early Notables of the Nellessen family

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United States Nellessen migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Nellessen Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
  • Egidius Nellessen, who settled in Wisconsin in 1847
Nellessen Settlers in United States in the 20th Century
  • Mathias Nellessen, aged 45, who settled in America from Krefeld, Germany, in 1909


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