Holding steady.
Popularity of Rotha since 1898
Babies named Rotha per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1926, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Rotha's real moment was 1907.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 5 |
| 1900s | 7 |
| 1910s | 39 |
| 1920s | 51 |
| 1930s | 25 |
| 1940s | 26 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Rotha is a rare and obscure name with Irish connections. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1898, a time when many traditional Irish names were being anglicized. Its peak year was 1907, though even then it was not common. The name has remained stable at very low usage, never achieving widespread popularity. While its exact etymology is uncertain, it may derive from the Irish word 'roth' meaning 'wheel' or be a variant of the surname Roth. The name has not seen a revival in recent decades, making it a distinctive choice for parents seeking an uncommon name with a hint of Irish heritage.
Rotha is a rare name of uncertain origin. It may be derived from the Irish word "roth" meaning "wheel" or from an anglicization of the Irish name Ó Rodaigh. The name saw limited use in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States, where it was recorded sporadically from the 1890s onward. Its usage has remained very rare, and it has not seen a significant revival.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rothie, Rotty
Variants: Roth
Sibling names for Rotha
Names that share Rotha's style, for a brother or sister.
