Holding steady.
Popularity of Rether since 1917
Babies named Rether per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 15 |
| 1920s | 74 |
| 1930s | 17 |
| 1940s | 22 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Rether is a rare name that saw marginal use in the early 20th century. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1917, and its peak year was 1923, though no data on frequency (1-in-N births) is available due to its scarcity. The name's trajectory has been stable, with no recorded use after the 1920s. It was primarily used in the 1920s, but no revival has occurred. The name's etymology is uncertain; it may be a variant of Esther or a creative respelling of similar-sounding names. Rether remains a curiosity for name enthusiasts interested in obscure vintage names.
The origin of Rether is unclear. It may be a variant of Esther, a name of Persian origin meaning 'star', or a creative respelling of names like Heather or Ether. The name appears sporadically in early 20th-century U.S. records, suggesting it was a rare coinage rather than a traditional name.
Sibling names for Rether
Names that share Rether's style, for a brother or sister.
