Harding

Harding is a surname of English origin that has also been adopted as a place name and appears in the names of institutions in the United States and elsewhere. The name is borne by numerous individuals across fields such as politics, science, and the arts.

Warren G. Harding (1865–1923) is the best-known bearer of the surname in the United States. He served as the 29th president from 1921 until his death in 1923, during the post–World War I era. His presidency is often discussed in relation to the early 1920s political climate, domestic policy, and the period’s broader historical debates.

Placenames and institutions named Harding appear in several locations. Harding County refers to counties in New Mexico and South Dakota. Harding Township is a municipality in Morris County, New Jersey. Harding University is a private Christian university located in Searcy, Arkansas.