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The surname Hacket has its origins in Ireland, where it is primarily of Gaelic origin. The name is an anglicized form of the Gaelic surname Ó hEachaidh, which means "descendant of Eachaidh." The Gaelic name Eachaidh is derived from the word "each," meaning "horse," and is believed to have been a personal name. The Hacket surname has a long history in Ireland, with records dating back to as early as the 10th century. It is associated with several regions in Ireland, including County Clare, County Galway, and County Limerick. In these areas, the Hacket name was often found among the Gaelic aristocracy and land-owning families. During the period of English colonization in Ireland, many Gaelic surnames, including Hacket, were anglicized to make them more easily pronounceable and recognizable to English speakers. This was done in an effort to assimilate the Irish population into English culture and to assert English control over Ireland. As a result, the surname Hacket became more common among Irish families of English descent. Today, the Hacket surname is still found in Ireland, as well as in countries with significant Irish diaspora, such as the United States, Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. Many individuals with the surname Hacket take pride in their Irish heritage and continue to research and celebrate their ancestral roots.

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