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Hart Family History

Hart Genealogy & Family Tree

Hart is an Irish surname from County Meath, Ireland, from the 12th Century. It comes from the Gaelic O hAirt, which means “son of Art,” a given name that means “rock.” It was also used as a nickname for people who are quick and fast, like the animal of the same name. Roots for this name can also be found in Germany, Scotland, and in Hebrew. The family motto is Fortis et fideliter which means “Brave and faithful.”

Other spellings include “Harte,” “O’Hart,” “MacArt,” “McArt,” “MacCart,” and “McCart.” Notable people with the surname include American composer Larry Hart, American singer Wilbert Hart (The Delfonics), comedian Kevin Hart (Laugh at My Pain, Ride Along), and American actress Melissa Joan Hart (Sabrina the Teenage Witch, Clarissa Explains It All, Melissa & Joey). The first Hart to come to America was Josyas Hart in Virginia in 1623.

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