Becks History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

Early Origins of the Becks family

The surname Becks 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 Amsterdam, an ancient 13th century town held by the Lords of Amstel. Giesebrecht II built a castle there. Geisbrecht III built the dam to keep out the sea. It is first mentioned in charters of 1275 when Floris IV, the count of Holland granted its charter. It became a city of great mercantile wealth. It hold great treasures of art. In their later history the surname became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into a most influential family.

Early History of the Becks family

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Becks Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Becks, Beccks, Beckks, Becs, Beks, Beckes, Beckess, Beckks and many more.

 Becks migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were: 

Becks Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

• J C Becks, who landed in San Francisco, California in 1850 [1]

 Becks migration to Australia+

Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include: 

Becks Settlers in Australia in the 19th Century

• Stephen Becks, English convict from Middlesex, who was transported aboard the “Asia” on October 22nd, 1824, settling in New South Wales, Australia [2]
• Mr. Thomas Becks, British convict who was convicted in Norfolk, England for life, transported aboard the “Asia” on 29th September 1831, settling in New South Wales, Australia [3]

Contemporary Notables of the name Becks (post 1700) +

• Elena M. Becks, American Democratic Party politician, Delegate to Democratic National Convention from California, 1988 [4]