TheNameDBMcCormic-Goodhart
Patronymic-DescriptiveMeaning
Compound surname combining McCormic (son of Cormac) with Goodhart (good-hearted or virtuous).
Etymology
This hyphenated surname merges the Scottish patronymic 'McCormic' (variant of McCormack) with the English descriptive surname 'Goodhart'. Such combinations typically arose through marriage or as a means of preserving both family names in modern naming practices.
About the McCormic-Goodhart Surname
A modern compound surname reflecting contemporary hyphenation practices. The name combines Scottish and English surname traditions, likely arising from marriage.
Distribution
Primarily North America and Britain, reflecting modern hyphenation practices.
Notable Bearers
Limited historical documentation