HARTOG
Hartog
Origin and Meaning: Hartog is a surname of Dutch and Ashkenazi Jewish origin. It derives from the Dutch word "hertog," meaning "duke." The surname Hartog may sometimes be a variant spelling of the surname Hart, which means "stag" in Middle English.
Distribution: The surname Hartog can be found primarily in the Netherlands, as well as among Jewish communities in other parts of Europe and across the world.
Notable People:
- Rosalind Hartog: A British artist known for her innovative use of colour and form.
- Benjamin Hartog: A renowned Dutch physicist who made significant contributions to the field of quantum mechanics.
Heraldic Symbol: The Hartog family crest typically features a stag, signifying strength and protection, on a shield.
Variants: Variants of the surname Hartog include Hart, Hertog, Hertzog, and Hertzig.
Popularity: The surname Hartog is relatively uncommon in the United Kingdom, with a small number of individuals carrying this name.
References: For additional information on the history and genealogy of the Hartog surname, researchers can consult historical records, genealogical databases, and academic texts focused on Dutch and Jewish history.
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There are approximately 107 people named Hartog in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Hartog.
Famous people named Hartog
- Philip Hartog - Chemist and educationalist (1864 to 1947)
- Simon Hartog - Film director (1940 to 1992)
Names and descriptions courtesy of Wikipedia, and may contain errors. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of every famous person with this name.