Hecken History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Netherlands

Etymology of Hecken

What does the name Hecken mean?

The Hecken name derives from the Middle Low German word "ha-ke," Dutch "haak," which means "a hook." The name may have been a nickname for someone with some deformity in a hook shape; or perhaps an occupational name for someone who made or used hooks.

Early Origins of the Hecken family

The surname Hecken 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 Hecken family

This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Hecken research. Another 107 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1605, 1615, 1620, 1655, 1684, 1688, 1690 and 1692 are included under the topic Early Hecken History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.

Hecken Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Haack, Haak, Hack, Hacke, Hacker, Häckel, Hacken, Heck, Hecke, Heckel, Hecken and many more.

Early Notables of the Hecken family

Abraham van den Hecken (c.1615-c.1655), a Dutch painter from the period of the Golden Age, crafted genre pieces, religious and historical scenes, portraits and still life

Hecken migration to the United States +

Hecken Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Mr. Thomas Hecken, aged 42, British settler who arrived in New York aboard the ship "Cynosure" in 1863