Hert

Meaning

Heart or a shortened form of names containing this element.

Etymology

Hert derives from the Middle Dutch and Germanic word for heart, possibly used as a nickname for someone with a particular temperament. It may also be a shortened form of longer Germanic names.

About the Hert Surname

A Germanic surname likely originating as a descriptive nickname or shortened name form. The exact usage and evolution remain somewhat unclear due to limited historical records.

Distribution

Found primarily in the Netherlands and German-speaking regions.

Notable Bearers

Limited documentation

People with the Hert Surname