How Many People Are Named Uta?

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

Uta
Very Rare
German

Uta means 'light' in German, making it a name that shines through its rarity. Only 20 people named Uta live in the US today, which means 1 in 16,764,783 Americans have this name. The majority of Uta's, 42%, are over 60, giving it an older-generation feel.

~118
Living in US
1 in 2,808,892
Americans
1964
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Light
🌐
Origin
German
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 6
Personality Traits
Radiant Gentle Inspiring
6
Life Path Number

Life-path number 6 represents harmony, responsibility, and nurturing.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

118,833
Worldwide Bearers
#8,678
Global Rank
🇩🇪 Germany
66,034
🇮🇳 India
44,253
🇮🇩 Indonesia
1,970
🇦🇹 Austria
1,454
🇯🇵 Japan
1,228
🇺🇸 United States
946
🇳🇬 Nigeria
512
🇨🇭 Switzerland
336
🇵🇱 Poland
236
🇬🇧 England
182

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
20 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 57
5
Would be under 30 (19%)
10
Would be 30–60 (38%)
11
Would be over 60 (42%)

All 26 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: 1964

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
30
Classic Feel
42
Modern Appeal
78
International
99

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

📜 Uta Through the Generations

Uta's journey through the generations shows a steady presence but limited popularity. With only 6 births in 1964 marking its peak, the name has remained stable since then. Today, Uta's bearers span across ages, with 5 under 30, 10 between 30 and 60, and 11 over 60, reflecting its enduring appeal across different eras. its modern feel, the age distribution skews older, indicating a strong connection to past generations.

⭐ Famous People Named Uta

Uta is a feminine given name which is common in German and Japanese cultures. In German, the name is a feminine form of Udo. In Japanese, the name means "song".…

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✨ Similar Names to Uta

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Uta's German roots

📄 About the Name Uta

How Many People Have the Name Uta?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 118 people in the United States currently share the name Uta. That works out to roughly 1 in every 2,808,892 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Uta a Common or Rare Name?

Uta 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 Uta Mean?

Uta means "light" and comes from German origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Uta in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Uta Most Popular?

The name Uta reached peak popularity in 1964, with 6 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 Uta?

Approximately 118 people named Uta live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 118. That works out to roughly 1 in 2,808,892 Americans.

Is Uta a rare name?

Uta is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 2,808,892 Americans has this name.

What does the name Uta mean?

Uta means "light" and comes from German origins.

Is Uta more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Uta are male and 100% are female.

When was Uta most popular?

Uta peaked in 1964 with 6 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 US118
All-Time Births118
1 in X1 in 2,808,892
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age57
Peak Year1964
World Rank#8,678
Male %0%
Female %100%

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

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.