View the Neff surname, family crest and coat of arms. Discover the Neff family history for the German Origin. What is the origin of the name Neff?

Discover the history and meaning behind the Neff family crest and coat of arms. Uncover the symbols and colors that represent this noble lineage, and delve into the stories of generations past.

The spelling for some family lines would change from Näf to Naff, Neave, Neff, and Nave. Most of these variations are still found in America today. DESCRIPTION OF THE COAT-OF-ARMS. The shield is blue, which stands for loyalty and truth. Gold symbolizes generosity and wealth.

Here you will be able to know more about the heraldry of the Neff surname. And the heraldic coat of arms of the surname Neff.

Swiss Coat-of-arms for Adam Näf This NÄF coat-of-arms can be ordered for US$5.00 from: Coat-of-Arms, Neff Family Historical Society, Inc., PO Box 6664, Harrisburg, PA, 17112-6664 USA. The price includes a copy of "The Origin of the Name NÄF."

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Two people have sent e-mail from Germany saying they have seen a similar coat-of-arms in Germany, but they do not know to whom it was awarded. In Greek Mythology, there was a Snake named OUROBOROS who was always pictured as eating or swallowing his own tail.

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Neff Family Crest or Neff Coat of Arms This Family Crest for Neff was found in What's in a name by William K. Hammond. This armorial reference book can be found in most major public libraries throughout the world.

During the reformation, an Adam Neff fought heroically in the Battle of Kappel, 1531. He was given several honors, including citizenship in the city of Zurich, and possibly this is when the Neff coat of arms was created. At the bottom it says, translated, "Naef, from Zuerich and Kappel".