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Eutha

YOO-thuh · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Eudora or a feminine form of Eutheus, with Greek roots meaning 'good' or 'well'.

Peak popularity
1899
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Eutha since 1899

Babies named Eutha per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1923, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Eutha's real moment was 1899.

51116192019602000Most births 1923Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1890s5
1900s13
1910s70
1920s98
1930s55
1940s12
1950s0
1960s0
1970s0
1980s0
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Eutha is a name that appears fleetingly in American records, first recorded in 1899 and never achieving widespread popularity. Its peak and only notable year of use was 1899, after which it essentially disappeared, reflecting a stable but negligible trajectory. The name's origins are opaque; it may be an inventive variant of Eudora or a literary coinage, but no definitive etymology has been established. The scarcity of the name means it has never been associated with any particular state or region. For parents seeking a truly unique name with an antique feel, Eutha offers a rare and distinctive choice, though its meaning remains uncertain and its historical footprint is minimal.

Eutha is a rare name of uncertain derivation. It may be a short form or variant of Eudora, a Greek name meaning 'good gift,' or a feminine form of Eutheus, which combines the Greek elements eu ('good') and theos ('god'). The name appeared in the United States in the late 19th century, particularly in the 1890s, but never gained widespread use. Its brief occurrence likely represents a creative coinage or a family name adopted as a given name.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Euthie

Variants: Euthe, Euthia

Sibling names for Eutha

Names that share Eutha's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Eutha mean?
Eutha is of uncertain origin, but it may be connected to the Greek elements for 'good' (eu) or 'good god' (eutheos). Its exact meaning is not definitively known.
How popular is the name Eutha?
Eutha is extremely rare. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1899 and has not ranked in the top 1000 names in any year. Its peak usage was in 1899, and it has seen only sporadic use since then.
Is Eutha a boy's or girl's name?
Eutha is typically used for girls, though its rarity means it could be considered unisex. In historical U.S. data, it was recorded for girls.