Eartha Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Eartha is a name that originates from the Old English word for 'earth.' It reflects a connection to nature and the ground. The name has evolved from 'Eorðe' in Old English to its modern form. It is associated with traits of creativity and individuality, without any biblical relevance. Eartha became popular in the 20th century, influenced by notable figures like Eartha Kitt.
The name Eartha is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Eartha has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Eartha' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7162nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5169th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7552nd out of 7552 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1541st out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1018th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1316th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3684th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13939th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Eartha' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Eartha"
Pronunciation
/ˈɜːrθə/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Eartha is derived from the Old English word 'eorðe,' which means 'earth.' It signifies a connection to the ground or the soil.
Meaning
earth
Language Evolution
Eorðe (Old English), Eartha (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Eartha gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States, partly due to its association with the famous singer Eartha Kitt.
Variants & Derivatives
Earthe, Eartha Mae
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Eartha is often associated with creativity and individuality, largely due to its unique sound and the legacy of Eartha Kitt.
Famous People
Eartha Kitt, Eartha Robinson
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Eartha"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Eartha"
"Eartha" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7162nd of 7545 | 6 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 5169th of 6773 | 21 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7552nd of 7552 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1541st of 9107 | 479 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1018th of 9204 | 951 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1316th of 12526 | 1,160 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3684th of 19264 | 277 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 13939th of 27321 | 48 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Eartha" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Eartha" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
34.02% 805th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
26.14% 615th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
68.25% 1520th/2227 |
58.40% 1419th/2430 |
30.91% 882nd/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
65.83% 2316th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Eartha"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Eartha" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.