Arts History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe Arts surname comes from the Middle High German word "arzet," which meant "a physician." It came into being as a family name in the 1300s, and was generally taken on not by full-time doctors, but by someone who practiced the healing arts. Early Origins of the Arts familyThe surname Arts was first found in Tyrol, where the name Arz became noted for its many branches with the region, each house acquiring a status and influence which was envied by the princes of the region. Over time, the family became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility. Early History of the Arts familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Arts research. Another 100 words (7 lines of text) covering the year 1648 is included under the topic Early Arts History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Arts Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Arz, Arzt, Arze, Arzz, Arzio, Arzze, Arzzio and others. Early Notables of the Arts familyMore information is included under the topic Early Arts Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Arts RankingIn Netherlands, the name Arts is the 148th most popular surname with an estimated 7,521 people with that name. 1
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Arts Settlers in United States in the 17th CenturyArts Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Arts Settlers in Canada in the 18th Century
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