A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Harty family lines. Documented in 3 countries.
Reg. 5850 · Britain, G–I
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
martletA younger son, who must win his own land
Colours
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
Black (Sable)Means: Constancy
Historical info
Source
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Blazon (the actual original written record)
“D'arg. à un oiseau de sa., posé au point du chef.”
Britainc. 1700
Where the Harty Arms Were Recorded
Kent
Map of Britain showing where the Harty arms are recorded
The Harty arms were recorded in Britain, c. 1700.
Arms such as these were typically recorded in Kent.
Kent sits between London and the short crossing to Europe, and the trade passing through made it wealthy. Merchant families bought land with that money, and it was landowners who took coats of arms.
This is where the arms were entered in the register. Families often moved to other parts of the country, so the same name can turn up in more than one region.
The body that granted and recorded arms in Britain in this period.
William III of England
Sovereign of the period
William III of England
1694–1702
Reigning in Britain when the Harty arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in Britain
English heraldry allowed arms to be shared by all legitimate descendants of the original owner. These symbols were treated as personal property that moved through the generations to all children. While the eldest son kept the original design, other family members could use the same shield without needing to change it or register their own unique versions.
Granting authority
The College of Arms in London has regulated the use of coats of arms throughout England and Wales since 1484.
How they got arms
Families typically obtained their coats of arms through a formal grant from the Crown or by proving their ancient right to them.
Where arms were recorded
All official coats of arms are recorded in the registers kept at the College of Arms, which date back to the fifteenth century.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of Britain.
Origin & History of the Harty Family in Britain
The family name Harty has deep roots in the English county of Kent, where records confirm members of the family were living by the year 1700. The name itself is thought to have originated as a descriptive nickname, likely derived from the Old English word "heort," which means stag or hart. In medieval times, such names were often given to people who displayed traits associated with the animal, such as grace, speed, or a timid nature. As the name became established in the Kentish countryside, families bearing it often worked in agriculture or local trades, becoming part of the social fabric of the region. By the turn of the 18th century, the Hartys were well-integrated into their local parishes, where their names began to appear regularly in church registers and legal documents. These early records provide a glimpse into the lives of ordinary people who helped shape the history of their communities long before the modern era.
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
fessThe military belt, and readiness to serve
falconOne eager and quick in pursuit
Colours
Gold (Or)Means: Generosity
Black (Sable)Means: Constancy
Historical info
Source
Sir Bernard Burke, The General Armory of England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales, London: Harrison & Sons, 1884
Blazon (the actual original written record)
“Or, on a fesse sa. three falcons volant of the field”
KentBirchington · Kent, c. 1620
Where the Harty Arms Were Recorded
Kent
Map of England showing where the Harty arms are recorded
The Harty arms were recorded in Kent, c. 1620.
Kent sits between London and the short crossing to Europe, and the trade passing through made it wealthy. Merchant families bought land with that money, and it was landowners who took coats of arms.
This is where the arms were entered in the register. Families often moved to other parts of the country, so the same name can turn up in more than one region.
The body that granted and recorded arms in England in this period.
James VI and I
Sovereign of the period
James VI and I
1603–1625
Reigning in Britain when the Harty arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in England
English heraldry allowed arms to be shared by all legitimate descendants of the original owner. These symbols were treated as personal property that moved through the generations to all children. While the eldest son kept the original design, other family members could use the same shield without needing to change it or register their own unique versions.
Granting authority
The College of Arms in London has regulated the use of coats of arms throughout England and Wales since 1484.
How they got arms
Families typically obtained their coats of arms through a formal grant from the Crown or by proving their ancient right to them.
Where arms were recorded
All official coats of arms are recorded in the registers kept at the College of Arms, which date back to the fifteenth century.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of Kent.
Origin & History of the Harty Family in England
The family name Harty has deep roots in the English county of Kent, where records confirm members of the family were well-established by the early seventeenth century. The name is generally thought to be topographical in origin, likely describing people who lived near a stag or a deer park, as the word hart is an old term for a male deer. During the 1600s, families in Kent were often tied to the land through farming or local trade, and the name appears in parish registers during this era as these communities grew. Because Kent served as a primary gateway for travel and trade between England and the continent, families living there were often part of a dynamic social landscape. By 1620, the Harty name was already woven into the local history of the region, reflecting a long-standing presence in the English countryside.
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
fessThe military belt, and readiness to serve
trefoilPerpetuity, and the Trinity
falconOne eager and quick in pursuit
Colours
Gold (Or)Means: Generosity
Black (Sable)Means: Constancy
Green (Vert)Means: Hope
Historical info
Source
Sir Bernard Burke, The General Armory of England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales, London: Harrison & Sons, 1884
Blazon (the actual original written record)
“Or, on a fess sa. betw. three trefoils slipped vert as many falcons volant of the first”
DublinProspect House · Dublin, c. 1831
Where the Harty Arms Were Recorded
Dublin
Map of Ireland showing where the Harty arms are recorded
The Harty arms were recorded in Dublin, c. 1831.
Dublin was the seat of government in Ireland and the place where grants were sought and recorded. Families with business at the castle or the courts settled nearby, and settling there put their arms on record.
This is where the arms were entered in the register. Families often moved to other parts of the country, so the same name can turn up in more than one region.
The body that granted and recorded arms in Ireland in this period.
William IV
Sovereign of the period
William IV
1830–1837
Reigning in Britain when the Harty arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in Ireland
The Ulster King of Arms granted coats of arms to individuals who proved their social standing and good character. These symbols were typically inherited by all legitimate descendants of the original holder. If a family branch wanted a unique look, they could apply for a specific change to their design through the office to ensure their identity remained distinct.
Granting authority
The Ulster King of Arms acted as the official body that regulated and issued all coats of arms throughout Ireland.
How they got arms
Families obtained their arms through formal grants issued by the office after proving their eligibility and paying the required fees.
Where arms were recorded
All official grants were recorded in the registers held by the Ulster King of Arms starting from the year 1552.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of Dublin.
Origin & History of the Harty Family in Ireland
The surname Harty has deep roots in Ireland, where it is primarily associated with the province of Munster and the counties of Tipperary and Kerry. The name is derived from the Gaelic term Ó hAirt, which translates to a descendant of Art, a name meaning bear or stone. While the family had long-standing connections to the southern regions of the country, by the early 19th century, members of the family had moved toward the growing urban center of Dublin. Records confirm that Harty families were well-established in the capital city by 1831, participating in the social and economic life of a city undergoing rapid industrial and political change. This migration from rural ancestral lands to the bustling streets of Dublin reflects the broader movement of Irish families during a time of significant transition. The presence of the name in official city records from this era highlights how the family adapted to life in the heart of Ireland’s administrative center.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Heort
Old English word for a stag or male deer.
This name
HartyA topographical name for someone who lived near a place frequented by stags.
also spelled
Hartie
Hartay
Documented Sources
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Bardsley, Charles Wareing, A Dictionary of English and Welsh Surnames, 1901
Reaney, P.H., A Dictionary of British Surnames, 1958
Kent Archives, Parish Registers of Kent, 1700–1750
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martletA younger son, who must win his own land
martletA younger son, who must win his own land
fessThe military belt, and readiness to serve
falconOne eager and quick in pursuit
trefoilPerpetuity, and the Trinity
