Hartford Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Hartford originates from Old English, meaning 'river crossing of the deer.' The name has evolved through historical forms such as Heortford and Hertford. It is associated with traits of historical significance and cultural richness, with no biblical relevance. The name gained prominence in the 17th century as a key city in Connecticut.
Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Across generations, 'Hartford' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2405th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3209th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4193rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8221st out of 10718 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24088th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10837th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15202nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Hartford' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hartford"
Pronunciation
/ˈhɑːrtfərd/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Hartford is derived from the Old English elements 'heort' meaning 'hart' (a male deer) and 'ford' meaning 'river crossing.' It refers to a place where deer crossed a river.
Meaning
river crossing of the deer
Language Evolution
Heortford, Hertford, Hartford
Historical Usage
Hartford gained popularity in the 17th century when it became the capital of the Connecticut Colony and has remained a significant city in the region since then.
Variants & Derivatives
Hertford, Hart, Ford
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Hartford is known as the insurance capital of the world and has a reputation for its historical significance and diverse culture.
Famous People
Mark Twain, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Samuel Colt
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hartford"
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 "Hartford"
"Hartford" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2405th of 7545 | 185 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3209th of 6773 | 102 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4193rd of 7552 | 61 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8221st of 10718 | 16 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 24088th of 24088 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 10837th of 23106 | 63 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 15202nd of 30306 | 53 |
Regional Popularity of "Hartford" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Hartford" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Hartford"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hartford" 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.