Otha Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationOH-tha / ˈoʊθəHebrew; Native American
Meaning
Hebrew: 'wealth'; Native American: 'the one who is wise'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Otha has roots in Hebrew culture, where it signifies wealth or abundance. In Native American contexts, it is associated with wisdom and knowledge. The name is relatively uncommon, which may contribute to its unique appeal. It has been used in various communities, reflecting a blend of cultural influences.
Trend Summary
The name Otha has seen limited use in the United States, resulting in a low popularity ranking.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Otha was first seen in the United States in 1880. Otha has ranked as high as #751 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in Mississippi, North Carolina, Texas, Georgia, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Otha has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Otha (1986)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 8 |
| 1881 | 6 |
| 1882 | 10 |
| 1883 | 13 |
| 1884 | 7 |
| 1886 | 10 |
| 1887 | 8 |
| 1889 | 11 |
| 1890 | 14 |
| 1891 | 13 |
| 1892 | 13 |
| 1893 | 9 |
| 1894 | 19 |
| 1895 | 14 |
| 1896 | 21 |
| 1897 | 12 |
| 1898 | 14 |
| 1899 | 17 |
| 1900 | 21 |
| 1901 | 15 |
| 1902 | 19 |
| 1903 | 16 |
| 1904 | 19 |
| 1905 | 22 |
| 1906 | 22 |
| 1907 | 27 |
| 1908 | 29 |
| 1909 | 32 |
| 1910 | 28 |
| 1911 | 31 |
| 1912 | 59 |
| 1913 | 78 |
| 1914 | 80 |
| 1915 | 108 |
| 1916 | 91 |
| 1917 | 131 |
| 1918 | 119 |
| 1919 | 114 |
| 1920 | 140 |
| 1921 | 136 |
| 1922 | 118 |
| 1923 | 104 |
| 1924 | 102 |
| 1925 | 120 |
| 1926 | 124 |
| 1927 | 114 |
| 1928 | 99 |
| 1929 | 115 |
| 1930 | 90 |
| 1931 | 108 |
| 1932 | 102 |
| 1933 | 90 |
| 1934 | 113 |
| 1935 | 89 |
| 1936 | 79 |
| 1937 | 87 |
| 1938 | 93 |
| 1939 | 95 |
| 1940 | 80 |
| 1941 | 88 |
| 1942 | 87 |
| 1943 | 100 |
| 1944 | 92 |
| 1945 | 106 |
| 1946 | 79 |
| 1947 | 115 |
| 1948 | 103 |
| 1949 | 111 |
| 1950 | 107 |
| 1951 | 97 |
| 1952 | 96 |
| 1953 | 96 |
| 1954 | 91 |
| 1955 | 83 |
| 1956 | 95 |
| 1957 | 74 |
| 1958 | 68 |
| 1959 | 45 |
| 1960 | 53 |
| 1961 | 62 |
| 1962 | 66 |
| 1963 | 48 |
| 1964 | 47 |
| 1965 | 49 |
| 1966 | 44 |
| 1967 | 33 |
| 1968 | 35 |
| 1969 | 56 |
| 1970 | 32 |
| 1971 | 38 |
| 1972 | 36 |
| 1973 | 24 |
| 1974 | 29 |
| 1975 | 27 |
| 1976 | 32 |
| 1977 | 27 |
| 1978 | 29 |
| 1979 | 24 |
| 1980 | 25 |
| 1981 | 25 |
| 1982 | 23 |
| 1983 | 22 |
| 1984 | 15 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 19 |
| 1988 | 17 |
| 1989 | 17 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 15 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2018 | 7 |