| ![Show Contents]() Neesam History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
The Dutch Neesam surname was originally a habitational name, taken on from any of various places in Friesland called Nes, or similar names. These place names come from the word "nes," which meant a "spit of land." Early Origins of the Neesam familyThe surname Neesam 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 Neesam familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Neesam research. Another 106 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1626, 1645, 1655, 1667, 1693, 1771 and 1841 are included under the topic Early Neesam History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Neesam Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Ness, Nes, Neser, Nesse, Nessen, Nessel, Nest, Nesh, Neste, Netz, Nas, Nass, Nos, Noss and many more. Early Notables of the Neesam familyAnother 34 words (2 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Neesam Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include: Neesam Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century- Mr. Charles Neesam, (b. 1821), aged 15 who was convicted in London, England for 7 years for larceny, transported aboard the "Bengal Merchant" on 4th August 1836, arriving in New South Wales, Australia 1
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