Hartford

Hartford is a British surname that has its origins in England. The name derives from the Old English words "heorot," meaning "stag," and "ford," meaning "river crossing." Therefore, Hartford is believed to signify a place where deer crossed a river.

The Hartford surname is thought to have originated as a locational surname, referring to individuals who hailed from a place called Hartford or who lived near a deer crossing over a river. The name is primarily found in areas historically associated with early Anglo-Saxon settlements.

Over the years, bearers of the Hartford surname have spread to various parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, further enriching the history of this proud family name. Today, individuals with the surname Hartford can be found in diverse professions and fields, contributing to the cultural tapestry of society.

There are approximately 155 people named Hartford in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Hartford.

Surname type: Location or geographical feature

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

  • Christopher
  • Colin
  • Daniel
  • David
  • James
  • Jamien
  • Joe
  • John
  • Paul
  • Robert
  • Russell
  • Thomas
  • William

Female

  • Alice
  • Amy
  • Audrey
  • Bernadette
  • Catherine
  • Elizabeth
  • Georgina
  • Joan
  • Joy
  • Lisa
  • Margaret
  • Nina
  • Phyllida

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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