Nascimento History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Netherlands

Early Origins of the Nascimento family

The surname Nascimento was first found in Holland, where the name became noted for its many royal 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 North Holland, a province of the Netherlands. The principal cities are Amsterdam, Haarlem and Hilversum. It was the seat of the old Counts of Holland. Seat of one of the oldest families is Brederode Castle near Haarlem. There are many old and quaint towns in the province. including Medemblik, Enkhuizen, Hoorn, Edam, and Monnikendam. In their later history the surname became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of royalty as they grew into this most influential family.

Early History of the Nascimento family

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Nascimento Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Nassau, Nassow, Nasau, Naso, Nasso, Nassokin, von Nassau and many more.

Early Notables of the Nascimento family

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Nascimento migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Nascimento Settlers in United States in the 20th Century

Antonio Nascimento, aged 24, who immigrated to America, in 1918
Antonio Nascimento, aged 29, who landed in America, in 1920
Antonio Gomes Nascimento, aged 36, who immigrated to the United States, in 1921
Domiao Seraphim Nascimento, aged 24, who landed in America, in 1922
Aguinaldo Baptista Nascimento, aged 23, who landed in America, in 1922
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Contemporary Notables of the name Nascimento (post 1700) +

Emmanuel Fortes Nascimento (b. 1970), Brazilian gold and silver medalist freestyle swimmer at the 1991 Pan American Games
Yazaldes Valdemar Nascimento Alfonso (b. 1986), Portuguese 100m sprinter at the 2004 Summer Olympics
Milton Nascimento (b. 1942), Brazilian singer-songwriter and guitarist
Lopo Fortunato Ferreira do Nascimento (b. 1942), Angolan retired politician, Prime Minister of Angola (1975-1978)
Francisco Manoel de Nascimento (1734-1819), Portuguese poet
Alexandre do Nascimento (b. 1925), Angolan Cardinal of the Catholic Church
Alexandra Priscila do Nascimento (b. 1981), Brazilian female handball player who plays for the Brazilian national team
Abdias do Nascimento (1914-2011), Brazilian scholar, artist, and politician