How Many People Are Named Eartha?

Complete statistics for the name Eartha: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Eartha
Very Rare
English

Eartha means 'world' and has a very rare charm, with only 1,577 people bearing this name today, making up just 1 in 209,318 Americans. That's pretty unique! Most folks named Eartha are over 60, with the peak year being 1955.

~1,577
Living in US
1 in 209,318
Americans
1955
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
World
🌐
Origin
English
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 8
Personality Traits
Grounded Compassionate
8
Life Path Number

Life path number 8 symbolizes leadership, authority, and material success.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

1,577
Worldwide Bearers
#110,356
Global Rank
🇨🇦 Canada
9
🇨🇳 China
8
🇫🇷 France
3
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
3
🇧🇷 Brazil
3
🇻🇪 Venezuela
2
🇹🇭 Thailand
2
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
2
🇿🇲 Zambia
1
🇿🇼 Zimbabwe
1

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
10 (1%)
♀ Female
1,567 (99%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 81
5
Would be under 30 (0%)
293
Would be 30–60 (10%)
2,654
Would be over 60 (90%)

All 2,952 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1955

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
94
Classic Feel
63
Modern Appeal
37
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Eartha Through the Generations

Eartha's journey through the generations shows a steady presence without dramatic spikes or dips. Born in 1955, when 108 babies were named Eartha, the name has maintained its niche appeal. Today, there are 1,577 Earthas alive, with a notable skew towards the older generation - 90% are over 60. This suggests Eartha was more popular among parents back then, and while it hasn't seen a resurgence, it remains a stable choice between classic and modern.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

South Carolina 1,074
Florida 160
Alabama 84
New York 63
Mississippi 59
Georgia 28
Louisiana 23
Texas 22
Arkansas 21
Ohio 16

✨ Similar Names to Eartha

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Eartha's English roots

📄 About the Name Eartha

How Many People Have the Name Eartha?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,577 people in the United States currently share the name Eartha. That works out to roughly 1 in every 209,318 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Eartha a Common or Rare Name?

Eartha is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Eartha Mean?

Eartha means "world" and comes from English origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Eartha in SSA data, approximately 1% are male and 99% are female.

When Was Eartha Most Popular?

The name Eartha reached peak popularity in 1955, with 108 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Eartha?

Approximately 1,577 people named Eartha live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 2,952. That works out to roughly 1 in 209,318 Americans.

Is Eartha a rare name?

Eartha is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 209,318 Americans has this name.

What does the name Eartha mean?

Eartha means "world" and comes from English origins.

Is Eartha more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 1% of people named Eartha are male and 99% are female.

When was Eartha most popular?

Eartha peaked in 1955 with 108 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US1,577
All-Time Births2,952
1 in X1 in 209,318
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age81
Peak Year1955
World Rank#110,356
Male %1%
Female %99%

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Data Source

Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.