The German surname Eisenharde 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."
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Early Origins of the Eisenharde family
The surname Eisenharde was first found in Pommerania, where the name Eisenharde 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 Eisenharde 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 Eisenharde, 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."
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Early History of the Eisenharde family
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Eisenharde Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Eisenhart, Eisenhard, Eisenhardt, Isenhardus, Isenhart and many more.
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Early Notables of the Eisenharde family
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Migration of the Eisenharde 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.
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