Hardin Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Hardin has its roots in Old English, meaning 'brave' or 'strong'. It evolved from the Old English word 'Heard' through Middle English as 'Harde' to its modern form 'Hardin'. The name carries traits of strength and resilience, and it has no biblical relevance. It gained popularity as a surname before becoming a given name in the 19th century, particularly in America.
The name Hardin is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Hardin has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Hardin' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1548th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2706th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3051st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6085th out of 10718 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16493rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2938th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Hardin' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hardin"
Pronunciation
/ˈhɑːrdɪn/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Hardin is derived from the Old English word 'hard', meaning 'brave' or 'strong', combined with the suffix '-in', which often denotes a diminutive or affectionate form.
Meaning
brave, strong
Language Evolution
Old English: Heard, Middle English: Harde, Modern English: Hardin
Historical Usage
Hardin gained popularity as a surname in medieval England and transitioned into a given name in the 19th century, especially in America.
Variants & Derivatives
Harden, Harding, Hardin
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Hardin is viewed as a strong and traditional name, often associated with resilience and determination.
Famous People
Hardin B. Jones, an American physician and researcher, Hardin R. Kauffman, an American politician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hardin"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Hardin"
"Hardin" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1548th of 7545 | 368 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2706th of 6773 | 145 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3051st of 7552 | 140 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6085th of 10718 | 41 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 16493rd of 24088 | 23 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2938th of 23106 | 494 |
Regional Popularity of "Hardin" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
42.77% 1012th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
56.00% 2231st/3984 |
69.69% 3127th/4487 |
31.16% 2126th/6822 |
52.84% 3316th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Hardin" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Hardin"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hardin" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.