Barbe History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe surname Barbe is derived from a baptismal name meaning son of Barbara. In some instances, the name may have also been a nickname for someone, such as a Moor or Berber, who appeared to be of North African heritage. In such a case the name is a reference to the Barbary Coast of North Africa. Early Origins of the Barbe familyThe surname Barbe was first found in Provence, where the family has held a family seat since very early times. Early History of the Barbe familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Barbe research. Another 255 words (18 lines of text) covering the years 1782 and 1789 are included under the topic Early Barbe History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Barbe Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Barbeyrac, Barbérac, Barbeillerac, Barberac, Barberrac, Barbeyrat, Barbérat, Barbeillerat, Barberat, Barberrat, Barberaque, Barberraque, Barbeyraque, Barbérac, Barbeilleraque, Barberracques, Barbey, Barbbey, Barbé, Barbée, Barbbé, Barbbée, Barbeille, Barbet and many more. Early Notables of the Barbe familyNotable amongst the names at this time was
Barbe RankingIn France, the name Barbe is the 261st most popular surname with an estimated 14,355 people with that name. 1
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Barbe Settlers in United States in the 17th Century
Barbe Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Barbe Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Barbe Settlers in Canada in the 16th Century
Barbe Settlers in Canada in the 17th Century
Barbe Settlers in Canada in the 18th Century
The motto was originally a war cry or slogan. Mottoes first began to be shown with arms in the 14th and 15th centuries, but were not in general use until the 17th century. Thus the oldest coats of arms generally do not include a motto. Mottoes seldom form part of the grant of arms: Under most heraldic authorities, a motto is an optional component of the coat of arms, and can be added to or changed at will; many families have chosen not to display a motto. Motto: Honestate pulchritude Motto Translation: Honesty, beauty
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