About the Paquette surname
The surname Paquette is associated with a patronymic formation. Paquette is an old diminutive form; its precise meaning may depend on the lineage and region of origin. A patronymic formation of this kind shows how an older personal name could develop into a family name. Different families could independently adopt a surname formed from the same given name.
Pronunciation:
Pa-kèt/pakɛt/