Holding steady.
Popularity of Weltha since 1884
Babies named Weltha per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1916, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Weltha's real moment was 1887.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 18 |
| 1890s | 36 |
| 1900s | 61 |
| 1910s | 104 |
| 1920s | 103 |
| 1930s | 43 |
| 1940s | 46 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Weltha is an extremely rare American name that briefly appeared in the late 1800s. According to Social Security data, first recorded in 1884, it peaked in 1887 and has not been used since the 1880s. With an average of fewer than 5 births per year during its brief run, it is a near-forgotten name. The name's obscurity means it has no notable bearers or established usage, making it a curiosity for historical baby name enthusiasts.
Weltha is a rare name that appears in late 19th-century American records, possibly as a variant of Welthea (itself a coinage) or a feminization of the surname Welth. It has no clear derivation from an established name tradition and is considered an American invention. The name saw slight use in the 1880s but has since fallen into obscurity.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Welly, Thea
Variants: Welthea
Sibling names for Weltha
Names that share Weltha's style, for a brother or sister.
