| ![Show Contents]() Neeson History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Etymology of NeesonWhat does the name Neeson mean? The Dutch Neeson 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." Alternatively, the name Neesoncould have been a Dutch local name as in 'the dweller at-the-ash' from residence beside an ash tree. The preposition 'van' is found especially with habitation names. Early Origins of the Neeson familyThe surname Neeson 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. A long standing family in America, Albert and Grietje van Nes were listed as a residents of Amerfoort and then moved to Breuckelen (Brooklyn) to be near the ferry to Manhattan in 1653. Early History of the Neeson familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Neeson 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 Neeson History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Neeson 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 Neeson familyAnother 34 words (2 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Neeson Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
| Neeson migration to the United States | + |
Neeson Settlers in United States in the 19th Century- Henry, John, Michael, Peter, Terence Neeson who, who arrived in Philadelphia between 1840 and 1860
| Contemporary Notables of the name Neeson (post 1700) | + |
- Liam John Neeson OBE (b. 1952), Irish Academy Award, BAFTA and three-time Gold Globe nominated actor, known for his roles in Schindler's List, Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace, Batman Begins and more
- Bernard "Doc" Neeson OAM (1947-2014), Australian lead singer for Australian hard rock band The Angels
- Patrick Neeson (1817-1882), Irish-born clergyman of the Roman Catholic Church
- Seán Neeson (b. 1946), Northern Ireland politician who served as leader of the Alliance Party of Northern Ireland
- Brian Kevin Neeson (b. 1945), former New Zealand politician
- Patrick Neeson Lynch (1817-1882), Irish-born clergyman of the Roman Catholic Church
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