Vanness History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe Dutch Vanness 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 Vanness familyThe surname Vanness 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 Vanness familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Vanness 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 Vanness History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Vanness 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 Vanness familyAnother 34 words (2 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Vanness Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Vanness RankingIn the United States, the name Vanness is the 8,232nd most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. 1
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Vanness Settlers in United States in the 17th Century
Vanness Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
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