HARDON

Origin and etymology In historic texts In the 1881 census Distribution map

Hardon

Hardon is a British surname that has ancient roots in England. The name Hardon is of Anglo-Saxon origin, derived from the Old English word haer meaning 'rock' and dun meaning 'hill'. This suggests that the name probably originated as a topographic surname for someone who lived near a rocky hill.

The first recording of the surname Hardon dates back to the 13th century in England. Over the centuries, the name has evolved with various spellings such as Hardoun, Hardown, and Hardin, reflecting the fluidity of spelling in historical records.

Members of the Hardon family have been found in various parts of Britain, but particularly in regions with hilly or rocky terrain where the original meaning of the name would have been more applicable. The surname has likely been passed down through generations, preserving the family's connection to their ancestral roots.

Today, individuals with the surname Hardon can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world, with the name continuing to carry on the legacy of their ancestors.

There are approximately 69 people named Hardon in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Hardon.

Origin: English

Region of origin: British Isles

Country of origin: England

Religion of origin: Christian

Language of origin: English

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

Altaf
Gary
Joseph
Sean
Stan

Female

Diane
Kate
Maura
Naomi
Sarah

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