Nest History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

Origins Available:
Netherlands
England
Germany

The Nest name is habitational, derived from any of several places called Nesse in Oldenburg and Friesland.

Early Origins of the Nest family

The surname Nest 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 Nest family

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Nest Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Ness, Nes, Nesser, Nesse, Nessen, Nessel, Nest, Nesh, Neste, Netz, Nas, Nass, Nos, Noss and many more.

Early Notables of the Nest family

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Nest migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Nest Settlers in United States in the 17th Century

Ellinor Nest, listed in two records in Virginia in 1688 and in 1690

Nest Settlers in United States in the 18th Century

John Nest was brought to Maryland, in 1719 in bondage, as a criminal

Nest Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Angus Nest went to PEI in 1811

Nest migration to Canada +