Edythe Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Edythe is an Old English name meaning 'wealth' or 'blessed' in combination with 'battle'. It evolved from 'Eadgyð' in Old English to 'Eadith' in Middle English and finally to 'Edythe' in Modern English. The name is characterized by its association with nobility and has no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity during the Victorian era and is seen today as a classic name with a sophisticated image.
The name Edythe is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast 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, Edythe 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, 'Edythe' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 296th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 602nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1299th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3905th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16870th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 17542nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10406th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Edythe' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Edythe"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛdɪθ/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
Edythe is derived from the Old English name 'Eadgyð', which means 'riches' or 'blessed' combined with 'battle'. It reflects a common theme in Germanic names that associate wealth and prosperity with martial prowess.
Meaning
wealth, blessed, battle
Language Evolution
Eadgyð (Old English), Eadith (Middle English), Edythe (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Edythe gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, often associated with aristocracy and elegance. It saw a resurgence in use during the Victorian era as traditional names became fashionable.
Variants & Derivatives
Edith, Edy, Edyth
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Edythe is viewed as a vintage or classic name, often associated with a sense of sophistication and nostalgia. It is less common today but retains a certain charm.
Famous People
Edythe Wright, an American singer, Edythe C. Houghton, a notable American author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Edythe"
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 "Edythe"
"Edythe" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 296th of 9107 | 8,585 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 602nd of 9204 | 2,367 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1299th of 12526 | 1,197 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3905th of 19264 | 255 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 16870th of 27321 | 29 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 17542nd of 35406 | 55 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10406th of 30306 | 111 |
Regional Popularity of "Edythe" 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 "Edythe" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
18.71% 265th/1416 |
14.58% 201st/1379 |
19.40% 459th/2366 |
24.69% 282nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
39.07% 604th/1546 |
24.04% 374th/1556 |
49.43% 1163rd/2353 |
51.00% 789th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
63.49% 1414th/2227 |
37.24% 905th/2430 |
71.12% 2029th/2853 |
48.86% 1356th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
83.15% 2896th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Edythe"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Edythe" 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.