Where Does the Næs Surname Come From?

Bearers of the name Næs share their surname's story with Ness, its better-known spelling. Read literally, Næs points to “A headland or promontory”. Næs is listed among the recognised spellings of Ness. Other spellings include Næss, Nes and Neess.

Næs ranked 65,964 in the 2010 US Census, with 300 people answering to the name.

There is no single Næs family crest for every bearer. Herald Lab researches the arms historically associated with the name and explains whose they were. Want more than a summary? See the Næs family name pack.