HARTREE
Hartree
Hartree is a surname of English origin that is believed to have Norman roots. The name is derived from the Old French personal name 'Herbert' or 'Heribert', which was brought to England following the Norman Conquest of 1066. Over time, the name evolved into various forms such as Hartrey, Hartree, and Hartrey.
The Hartree surname is particularly associated with regions in the north of England, such as Yorkshire and Lancashire. Throughout history, individuals bearing the surname Hartree have been noted in various records and deeds, indicating their presence in local communities.
Notably, the Hartree family has produced prominent figures in different fields, including science, academia, and art. Perhaps the most famous individual bearing the surname is Douglas Hartree (1897-1958), a British mathematician and physicist known for his contributions to the development of early computers and numerical analysis.
The Hartree surname continues to be found in England and other parts of the world today, reflecting the diverse and enduring heritage of this ancient English family name.
There are approximately 130 people named Hartree in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Hartree.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Daniel
- Duncan
- James
- John
- Justin
- Philip
- Ross
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Ann
- Barbara
- Deborah
- Janet
- Jennifer
- Julie
- Louise
- Sarah
- Sylvia
- Tina