Irish Surname - Hardy
Origin of the Irish surname Hardy
The Irish surname Hardy is of Anglo-Norman origin, derived from the Old French "hardi," which means "bold" or "courageous." The name was brought to Ireland by the Anglo-Normans during the Norman invasion of Ireland in the 12th century. The Hardys mainly settled in the province of Leinster, particularly in counties Louth and Meath. Over time, the name spread to other parts of Ireland, including the province of Ulster.
Interesting People with the Surname Hardy
- Thomas Hardy (1840-1928) was an English novelist and poet, best known for his works "Far from the Madding Crowd," "Tess of the d'Urbervilles," and "Jude the Obscure." See more information on Thomas Hardy
- Françoise Hardy (born 1944) is a French singer, songwriter, and actress, who became famous during the 1960s and remains an influential figure in the world of music and fashion.
- James Keir Hardie (1856-1915) was a Scottish socialist and politician, who was one of the founders of the Labour Party in the United Kingdom and served as its first leader.
- Oliver Hardy (1892-1957) was an American comic actor, most famous for his partnership with Stan Laurel in the comedy duo Laurel and Hardy. See more information on Oliver Hardy
- Tom Hardy an English actor and producer, known for his versatile acting skills and ability to fully immerse himself into various roles. See more information on Tom Hardy
Variations of the Irish Surname Hardy
- Hardy: The most common form of the surname.
- Hardie: A variant of the surname, predominantly found in Scotland.
- Hardi: A less common variant of the surname.
Coat of Arms and Motto of the Irish Surname Hardy
The coat of arms associated with the Hardy surname features a silver shield with three red escallops (scallop shells), with a red chevron between them. The crest consists of a stag's head erased (with jagged edges to suggest a natural break) with a red escallop between the attires (horns). The motto of the Hardy family is "Fide et virtute," which translates to "By faith and valor."
Please Note
There is often limited information available on a specific coat of arms and motto for an Irish surname. Sometimes there are many variations, sometimes none, we have compiled a representative, but by no means exhaustive, selection. Please visit our Coat of Arms and Motto page for more information.
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