A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Argy family of France.
Reg. 6792 · French, A–C
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
lionCourage, strength and royalty
Colours
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
Black (Sable)Means: Constancy
Historical info
Source
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Blazon (the actual original written record)
“D'arg. au lion de sa., arm. et lamp. de gu. (quelquefois cour. de gu.)”
ChampagneChampagne, c. 1663
Where the Argy Arms Were Recorded
Champagne
Map of France showing where the Argy arms are recorded
The Argy arms were recorded in Champagne, c. 1663.
Champagne made its money at its great trade fairs, where merchants from across Europe met. Wealth of that kind bought land, and land brought arms, so the region carries a lot of names.
This is where the arms were entered in the register. Families often moved to other parts of the country, so the same name can turn up in more than one region.
The body that granted and recorded arms in France in this period.
Louis XIV of France
Sovereign of the period
Louis XIV of France
1643–1715
Reigning in France when the Argy arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in France
In France, a coat of arms was a mark of honor that passed down through the male line to all legitimate descendants. Families often used the same shield without changes to show their shared heritage. If a branch wanted to stand out, they could add a small mark to their shield to show their specific place in the family tree.
Granting authority
The Juge d'armes de France acted as the official authority that regulated and verified coats of arms across the country.
How they got arms
Families typically inherited their arms from ancestors, though they could also receive them through royal grants or by proving their noble status.
Where arms were recorded
Coats of arms were officially recorded in the Armorial Général de France, which began its main collection in the year 1696.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of Champagne.
Origin & History of the Argy Family in France
The family name Argy traces its documented roots to the historic Champagne region of France, where members of the family were established by the year 1663. During the seventeenth century, Champagne was a vital area known for its agricultural production and its strategic importance within the French kingdom. Families living in this province often held roles tied to the land or local administration, which allowed them to build a lasting presence in their communities. As the name appears in regional records from this period, it suggests that the Argy family was well-integrated into the social fabric of the area. Over time, the family likely navigated the shifting political landscape of France, maintaining their identity as they moved through the generations in this influential province.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Argentum
Latin term referring to the precious metal silver.
This name
ArgyDerived from a topographic location or habitational name associated with silver-colored soil or mines.
also spelled
Argie
Arjee
Related arms
Argevariant spelling
Documented Sources
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Archives départementales de la Marne, Registres paroissiaux et d'état civil
Archives départementales de l'Aube, Série E, État civil et registres paroissiaux
Boutier, Jean, Les noms de famille en France: Histoire et méthodes, 2002
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lionCourage, strength and royalty
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