Guthrie Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: GUTH-ree //ˈɡʌθri//
Origin: Scottish; Gaelic
Meaning: Scottish: wind; Gaelic: from the windy place
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Guthrie has its roots in the Scottish Gaelic language, deriving from the place name "Guthrie" in Angus, Scotland. The etymology can be traced back to the Old Norse elements "guth," meaning "battle," and "rey," meaning "island" or "river." This combination suggests a geographical significance, possibly referring to a location associated with conflict or a strategic position near water.
The name entered the English lexicon through the Norman influence in Scotland during the medieval period, particularly after the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century, which facilitated the integration of Norse and Gaelic elements into English naming conventions. Historically, the name Guthrie is associated with notable figures, including the 17th-century Scottish Covenanter, Sir William Guthrie, who was a prominent supporter of the Presbyterian cause during the Wars of the Three Kingdoms.
The name also appears in various historical documents and records from the medieval period, including land grants and charters, which highlight the significance of the Guthrie family in Scottish history. The name's presence in literature and historical texts contributes to its enduring legacy, with references found in works detailing Scottish clans and their histories.
Culturally, the name Guthrie carries connotations of strength and resilience, reflective of its battle-related etymology. It is often associated with the rugged landscape of Scotland, evoking images of the highlands and the storied past of Scottish clans.
The name has also been linked to various traditions and folklore within Scottish culture, reinforcing its significance as a surname and given name. In some contexts, diminutive forms such as "Guth" may also be encountered, although these are less common.
Overall, the name Guthrie encapsulates a rich tapestry of linguistic heritage and historical importance.
Famous people named Guthrie
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Guthrie Govan is a guitarist and composer best known for his work with The Aristocrats, his solo albums, and instructional videos.
Fictional characters named Guthrie
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Guthrie is a fictional character from the comic book series X-Men. He is a mutant with the ability to run at superhuman speeds and is a member of the X-Men team.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Guthrie was first seen in the United States in 1895.
Guthrie has ranked as high as #4031 nationally, which occurred in 1983, and has been most popular in California, and Oklahoma.
In the past 5 years the name Guthrie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Guthrie is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Guthrie was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Guthrie.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 2024 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2023 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 2022 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 2021 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 2020 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 2019 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 2018 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 2017 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 2016 | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| 2015 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 2014 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 2013 | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| 2012 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 2011 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 2010 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 2009 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 2008 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 2007 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 2006 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 2005 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 2004 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2003 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 2002 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 2001 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 2000 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1999 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1998 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 1997 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1996 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1995 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1994 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 1993 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1992 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1991 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1990 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1989 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1988 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1987 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1986 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1985 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1984 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| 1983 | 35 | 35 | 0 |
| 1982 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1981 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1979 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1977 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1976 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1975 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1974 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1972 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1970 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1954 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1951 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1949 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1948 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1946 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1944 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1943 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1942 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1937 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1936 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1935 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1934 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1933 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1932 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1930 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1929 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1928 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1927 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1926 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1925 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1924 | 15 | 15 | 0 |
| 1923 | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| 1922 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1921 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1920 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 1919 | 14 | 14 | 0 |
| 1918 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1917 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1916 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1915 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 1914 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1913 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1912 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1897 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1895 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
Top States for Guthrie (2016)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OK | 5 |