What does the surname Hartsfield mean?

The surname Hartsfield means "A field where deer roam or are hunted.". It is of English origin.

How common is the Hartsfield surname?

There are approximately 8,000 people with the surname Hartsfield in the United States.

Are there Hartsfield soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 110 soldiers with the Hartsfield surname appear in Civil War records.

Hartsfield

Topographic

Meaning

A field where deer roam or are hunted.

Etymology

Derived from Old English 'heorot' (hart/deer) combined with 'feld' (field). The surname originated as a topographic designation for a location known for deer.

About the Hartsfield Surname

An English topographic surname describing a landscape feature associated with deer. The name became more prominent in North America through English colonial migration.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 8,000 bearers in the United States #1,263 most common surname

Rare Common

Found primarily in southern England, with notable presence in the United States through colonial settlement.

Hartsfield Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the Hartsfield Surname

William Hartsfield

Mayor

Quick Facts

Origin: English
Classification: Topographic
Earliest Record: 14th century
Estimated Bearers: 8,000

War Records

110 soldiers with the Hartsfield surname found in Civil War records.

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