About Tardy
The surname Tardy is of French origin and is derived from the Old French word "tardif," meaning "late" or "slow." It was likely used as a nickname for someone who was habitually late or slow in their actions or movements. Over time, this nickname became a hereditary surname, passed down through generations. Today, individuals with the surname Tardy may have ancestors who were known for their tardiness or may simply bear the name as a result of its historical usage.
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Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Tardy based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Tardy in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Tardy using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.