How Many People Are Named Edythe?
Complete statistics for the name Edythe: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Edythe, a very rare female name, is held by just 1 in 160,280 Americans today, making it truly unique among names. With an estimated 2,059 people bearing this name in the US, Edythe stands out as a classic, old-school choice. Interestingly, the majority of those named Edythe are over 60, reflecting its peak popularity in 1918.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, the life-path number 4 symbolizes stability, practicality, and hard work.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 103All 13,853 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: 1918Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Slowly rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Edythe Through the Generations
Edythe has been a name that has seen its peaks and troughs through the decades. Its most popular year was 1918 when 582 babies were given this name, marking a significant moment in its history. Today, Edythe is a name that's slowly rising in popularity, but it still remains a classic choice, favored by older generations. The current demographic shows a strong skew towards those over 60, with 13,444 individuals in this age group, compared to just 166 under 30 and 243 aged between 30 and 60. This indicates that Edythe is predominantly associated with an older generation, maintaining its status as a timeless name.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Edythe's Old English roots
📄 About the Name Edythe
How Many People Have the Name Edythe?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 2,059 people in the United States currently share the name Edythe. That works out to roughly 1 in every 160,280 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Edythe a Common or Rare Name?
Edythe 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.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Edythe in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Edythe Most Popular?
The name Edythe reached peak popularity in 1918, with 582 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly rising.
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 Edythe?
Approximately 2,059 people named Edythe live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 13,853. That works out to roughly 1 in 160,280 Americans.
Is Edythe a rare name?
Edythe is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 160,280 Americans has this name.
What does the name Edythe mean?
The meaning and origin of Edythe are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Edythe more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Edythe are male and 100% are female.
When was Edythe most popular?
Edythe peaked in 1918 with 582 births that year. Current trend: Slowly rising.
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.