This ship was named as a successor to previous vessels of history, including the Constellation-class USS Hathaway. (TNG episode: "Peak Performance") At some point in or prior to the 2370s decade, Commander Nidani Ledrah was assigned to the Hathaway. (TTN novel: The Red King) In the 25th century, this vessel was succeeded in name by the USS Hathaway. (STO novel: The Needs of the Many)