HARTLE

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Hartle

Origin: English

Hartle is a locational surname of English origin, deriving from the Old English word "heorot" meaning "hart" or "deer", and "leah" meaning "clearing". The surname is believed to have originally denoted a person who lived near a deer park or a place where deer were abundant.

The Hartle surname has been recorded in various forms throughout history, including Hertle, Hurtle, and Hurle. One of the earliest instances of the surname can be traced back to the 13th century in the county of Yorkshire.

Over time, individuals bearing the surname Hartle have been associated with various occupations and achievements, contributing to diverse fields such as art, literature, science, and business. The name has spread to different parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, reflecting the mobility and diaspora of families over centuries.

Today, the surname Hartle continues to be borne by individuals across the world, with concentrations in countries such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. It remains a part of the rich tapestry of British surnames, reflecting the deep and complex history of the British Isles.

There are approximately 697 people named Hartle in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,726th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Hartle.

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

Alan
Christopher
David
Graham
James
John
Matthew
Paul
Peter
Richard
Robert

Female

Ann
Barbara
Debbie
Elizabeth
Emma
Jennifer
Jillian
Judith
Julie
Margaret
Mary
Sarah
Stephen

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