How common is the Hartness surname?

There are approximately 400 people with the surname Hartness in the United States.

Are there Hartness soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 52 soldiers with the Hartness surname appear in Civil War records.

Hartness

Q: What does the surname Hartness mean?

The surname Hartness means "The state or quality of being hart-like, or a place characterized by deer.". It is of English origin.

Topographic

Meaning

The state or quality of being hart-like, or a place characterized by deer.

Etymology

Derived from Old English 'heorot' (hart/deer) combined with the suffix '-ness' (state or condition). The formation suggests either a topographic origin or a descriptive characteristic.

About the Hartness Surname

An uncommon English surname with possible topographic or descriptive origins. The '-ness' suffix suggests either a geographic location or an abstract quality.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 400 bearers in the United States #4,534 most common surname

Rare Common

Rare surname with limited distribution, primarily in northern England and Scotland.

Hartness Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Hartness Surname

J. Hartness

Governor

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: 16th century
Estimated Bearers: 400

War Records

52 soldiers with the Hartness surname found in Civil War records.

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