Arquette History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe noble French surname Arquette is of occupational origin, deriving from the trade or profession pursued by the first bearer. In this instance, the surname Arquette derives from the French word "archer" which signifies "bowman," deriving from the Latin word "arcuarius or arcarius" which signifies "bow." Therefore, the surname Arquette was used to distinguish a bowman or a maker of bows. Early Origins of the Arquette familyThe surname Arquette was first found in the southern region of Provence. An early reference to the Arquette name, shows that the Arquier family in Provence was listed among the ancient aristocracy of France. Early History of the Arquette familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Arquette research. Another 76 words (5 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Arquette History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Arquette Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Arquette, Arquier, Archer, Larquer, Larcher and many more. Early Notables of the Arquette familyMore information is included under the topic Early Arquette Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Migration of the Arquette familySome of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Mitchel Arquette who arrived in Vermont in 1887; Eli Arquit, who was naturalized in Baltimore some time between the years 1802-1828; Amiable Arquoit, who was naturalized in Oregon in 1849..
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