About Barquist
The surname Barquist is of Swedish origin and is derived from the combination of the elements "bar" and "quist." "Bar" is a topographic name referring to a hill or a ridge, while "quist" is a variant of the Swedish word "qvist," meaning twig or branch. Therefore, the surname Barquist likely originated as a descriptive name for someone who lived near or on a hill with many twigs or branches.
The surname Barquist is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Barquist based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
Ranking information for the surname Barquist is not currently available.
Here's how to represent the name "Barquist" using braille for the visually impaired.
Using the sign language hand symbols below, you can sign the name "Barquist."