Hardie

Surname Origin: Scottish, English

The surname Hardie has its roots in both Scotland and England. In Scotland, it is an anglicised form of the Old Gaelic name "Mac Giolla Deacair," meaning "son of the hard lad." In England, it is derived from the Old English word "heard" or "hard," denoting someone who was brave, strong, or resolute.

Historical Significance: The Hardie surname is known to have ancient roots, with records of the name dating back to the medieval period in both Scotland and England. Hardies have been found to have played significant roles in various aspects of British history, such as in military service, politics, and industry.

Distribution: The surname Hardie is found throughout the United Kingdom, with concentrations in Scotland and northern England. Over time, many Hardies have migrated to other parts of the world, particularly to countries within the British Commonwealth.

Famous Individuals: The Hardie surname boasts several notable individuals, including:

  • Keir Hardie(1856–1915): A Scottish politician and the founder of the Labour Party in the United Kingdom.
  • Charles Hardie Bosanquet (1914–1985): An English cricketer who played for Middlesex.
  • George Hardie (b. 1944): A Scottish graphic designer known for his work with the rock band Pink Floyd and other iconic designs.

Variants: Variants of the Hardie surname include Hardy, Hardey, and Hardi.

The surname Hardie continues to be widely recognised and bears witness to the rich history of both Scotland and England.

There are approximately 6,456 people named Hardie in the UK. That makes it roughly the 1,466th most common surname in Britain. Around 99 in a million people in Britain are named Hardie.

Origin: Celtic

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: Scotland

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: Gaelic

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alan
  • Andrew
  • David
  • George
  • Ian
  • James
  • John
  • Robert
  • Thomas
  • William

Female

  • Alison
  • Catherine
  • Elizabeth
  • Hazel
  • Jacqueline
  • Karen
  • Linda
  • Margaret
  • Mary
  • Nicola
  • Sarah
  • Susan

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