Surname · German origin
Hartmann
Meaning
The surname Hartmann means Hardy man.
Origin
German
Type
descriptive
The origin of the surname Hartmann
Hartmann joins the Germanic for “hard, strong” and “man.”
What kind of surname is Hartmann?
Hartmann is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic. It belongs to the German naming tradition — you can read how German surnames were formed on our German last names page.
Other German surnames
Other descriptive surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Hartmann mean?
The surname Hartmann means Hardy man. Hartmann joins the Germanic for “hard, strong” and “man.”
Where does the surname Hartmann come from?
Hartmann is a surname of German origin.
What kind of surname is Hartmann?
Hartmann is a descriptive surname, originally describing a physical or personal characteristic.
What are other German surnames?
Other German surnames include Bauer, Becker, Berger, Braun, Fischer, Hoffmann.