Edyth Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Edyth has its roots in Old English, meaning 'wealth, fortune, battle'. It evolved from the historical form 'Eadgyð' and reflects traits of prosperity and strength. It does not have biblical relevance but gained popularity in medieval times, particularly among nobility. Today, it is viewed as an elegant vintage name with a unique charm.
The name Edyth is most popular in Arkansas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the West region. 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, Edyth has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. 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, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Edyth' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 907th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1646th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3363rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11362nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 18297th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18570th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 13399th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Edyth' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Edyth"
Pronunciation
/ˈiːdɪθ/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Edyth is derived from the Old English name 'Eadgyð', which is composed of the elements 'ead', meaning 'wealth, fortune, or prosperity', and 'gyð', meaning 'battle'.
Meaning
wealth, fortune, battle
Language Evolution
Eadgyð, Edyth, Edith
Historical Usage
Edyth gained popularity in medieval England and was commonly used among the Anglo-Saxon nobility. The name Edith was particularly popular in the 11th century and saw a resurgence in the 19th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Edith, Edythe, Edy, Ditha
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Edyth is considered a vintage name that carries a sense of elegance and historical charm, though it is less common than its variant Edith.
Famous People
Edyth Nesbit, an English author and political activist known for her children's literature., Edyth T. Neill, an American architect who contributed to early 20th-century buildings.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Edyth"
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 "Edyth"
"Edyth" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 907th of 9107 | 1,130 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1646th of 9204 | 432 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3363rd of 12526 | 239 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11362nd of 19264 | 33 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 18297th of 27321 | 23 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 18570th of 35406 | 48 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 13399th of 30306 | 70 |
Regional Popularity of "Edyth" 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 "Edyth" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
66.88% 947th/1416 |
57.22% 789th/1379 |
51.61% 1221st/2366 |
71.89% 821st/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
89.07% 1377th/1546 |
90.55% 1409th/1556 |
86.40% 2033rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Edyth"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Edyth" 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.