Ottesen History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Belgium

Early Origins of the Ottesen family

The surname Ottesen was first found in Belgium, 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 Liege, a province in Belgium, center of Walloon country. Within this province the notable towns are Liege, the capital city, seat of the great cathedral of St.Lambert destroyed in 1794. In their later history the surname became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into a most influential family.

Early History of the Ottesen family

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Ottesen Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Ottesen, Ottsen, Ottesen, Ottosen, Otzen, Ottsen, Outzen, Otten, Ottens, Oden, Odens, Ottersen and many more.

Early Notables of the Ottesen family

The surname was distinguished by many in this era including

the Ottesen family of Liege

Ottesen migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Ottesen Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Jacob Ottesen, who settled in Baltimore in 1805
Bergitte Ottesen, who settled in New Orleans in 1855
Margrete J. Ottesen, who settled in New Orleans in 1855

Contemporary Notables of the name Ottesen (post 1700) +

Realf Ottesen (1859-1927), American Lutheran minister
Jacob Aall Ottesen (1825-1904), Norwegian American Lutheran minister
Elise Ottesen (1886-1973), Norwegian-Swedish sex educator, journalist
Jeanette Ottesen (b. 1987), Danish swimmer
Janove Ottesen (b. 1975), Norwegian musician
Lasse Ottesen (b. 1974), former Norwegian ski jumper
Sölvi Ottesen (b. 1984), Icelandic football defender
Camilla Ottesen (b. 1972), Danish television presenter