Isenhart History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Etymology of Isenhart

What does the name Isenhart mean?

The German surname Isenhart 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 Isenhart family

The surname Isenhart was first found in Pommerania, where the name Isenhart 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 Isenhart 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 Isenhart, 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 Isenhart family

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Isenhart Spelling Variations

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

Early Notables of the Isenhart family

the Eisenhart family of Pommerania

Migration of the Isenhart 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.

Contemporary Notables of the name Isenhart (post 1700) +

Charles Isenhart (b. 1959), American politician representing the 27th District in the Iowa House of Representatives since 2008