Isenhardt History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Etymology of Isenhardt

What does the name Isenhardt mean?

The German surname Isenhardt is derived from an old personal name, Isenhard. There was a Saint Isenhardus in Bavaria in the 7th century. No doubt the name's roots come ultimately from the Old German word "isen," or "isan," which means "iron" and "hardt," meaning "hard."

Early Origins of the Isenhardt family

The surname Isenhardt was first found in Pommerania, where the name Isenhardt contributed greatly to the development of an emerging nation, and would later play a large role in the tribal and national conflicts of the area. Over time, the Isenhardt family name branched into other houses, where their influence continued to be felt because of the important role they played in the local social and political affairs. The name Isenhardt, like many surnames, most likely began as a nickname, later adopted as a surname by its bearer. It is a combination of the words "eisen," which comes from the Old High German "isan," meaning "iron" and "hardt," meaning "hard."

Early History of the Isenhardt family

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Isenhardt Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Eisenhart, Eisenhard, Eisenhardt, Isenhardus, Isenhart and many more.

Early Notables of the Isenhardt family

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Migration of the Isenhardt family

Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Conrad Eisenhardt, who arrived in Pennsylvania in 1751 and George Eisenhard, who settled there in 1764.