Yes, my ancestors were from Solothurn and several times I have come across the name "Von Arx". "Ab" [Latin] and "Von" [German] both mean "from." Since the church records in Solothurn were written in Latin, I suppose that's why your ancestor's name was written in that form. Judy > I am curious about a surname: > I have recently learned the name one of my Great Great Grandparents who > lived in Canton Solothurn. > Her name is Ursula AB ARX she was married to Nicolas STRUB. > > AB ARX is an unusal name ... Is anyone familiar with this name?