What does the surname Earhart mean?

The surname Earhart means "One with a hardy or brave heart.". It is of German origin.

How common is the Earhart surname?

There are approximately 3,000 people with the surname Earhart in the United States.

Yes, 167 soldiers with the Earhart surname appear in Civil War records.

Descriptive

One with a hardy or brave heart.

From German 'ehr' (honor) and 'hart' (hard, brave). The surname combines elements suggesting honor and courage or steadfastness.

A German surname with descriptive elements relating to character or virtue. It is most famously associated with aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart.

Estimated 3,000 bearers in the United States #2,235 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in Germany and among German-American communities.

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

167 soldiers with the Earhart surname found in Civil War records.

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