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Early Origins of the Besan family

The surname Besan was first found in Austria, where the name Besan was closely identified in early mediaeval times with the feudal society of early European history. The name would later emerge as a noble family with great influence, having many distinguished branches, and become noted for its involvement in social, economic and political affairs.

Early History of the Besan family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Besan research. Another 92 words (7 lines of text) covering the year 1813 is included under the topic Early Besan History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Besan Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Besan, Bessan, Besann, Besanne, Bessane, Bessanne, Bessans, Besand, Besant, Basan, Baesan, Bassan, Baessan, Basann, Baesann, Bassane, Baessane, Bassanne, Baessanne, Bassans, Baessans, Basands, Baesands, Basant, Baesant, Bessen, Bassent, Bassen and many more.

Early Notables of the Besan family

  • Carl von Besan, who was ennobled in 1813


Besan migration to Australia +

Besan Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century
  • Adolphus Besan, who arrived in Adelaide, Australia aboard the ship "Aden" in 1849 1
  • George Besan, who arrived in Adelaide, Australia aboard the ship "Aden" in 1849 1


  1. State Records of South Australia. (Retrieved 2010, November 5) Aden from London via Plymouth Adealide Arriving September 12th 1849. Retrieved from http://www.slsa.sa.gov.au/BSA/1849AdenRegister.htm


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