The surname Meisener belongs to a class of local surname, which are derived from the place where the original bearer lived or held land. Meisener is a habitational surname, and is derived from an already- existing place name. The original bearer of the surname Meisener lived in the town of Meissen, in the Saxony region of Germany.
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Early Origins of the Meisener family
The surname Meisener was first found in Meissen, where the name contributed greatly to the development of an emerging nation and would later play a large role in the tribal and national conflicts of the area. The name refers to the city or principality of Meissen, now a part of Saxony. In later years the name branched into many houses, each playing a significant role in the local social and political affairs.
Early History of the Meisener family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Meisener research. Another 149 words (11 lines of text) covering the years 1372, 1411, 1436, 1753, 1803, 1822, 1848 and 1866 are included under the topic Early Meisener History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Meisener Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Meissner, Meisner, Misener, Meissener, Meisener, Misner, Meixner, Meichsner, Mechsner, Mexner and many more.
Early Notables of the Meisener family
Der Meissner, who was a Middle-High German poet of the late 13th century. August Gottlieb Meissner (1753-1803) was a professor in Prague before becoming the director of the Lyceum (university) at Fulda. He wrote plays and short stories. His nephew... Another 39 words (3 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Meisener Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Meisener migration to Canada
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Meisener Settlers in Canada in the 18th Century
Henrich Meisener, who landed in Nova Scotia in 1757
