Worthy Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationWUR-thee / /ˈwɜrði/English; Old English
Meaning
English: worthy; Old English: deserving
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Worthy has roots in Old English, where it was used to denote someone deserving of respect or honor. It is a relatively uncommon name that reflects virtues and moral qualities. In contemporary usage, it may be seen as a unique choice for parents looking for names with positive connotations.
Trend Summary
The name Worthy is rare and has not shown significant popularity trends in the United States.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Worthy was first seen in the United States in 1880. Worthy has ranked as high as #901 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in West Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Worthy has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Worthy (1935)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| WV | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1915 | 12 |
| 1916 | 10 |
| 1917 | 10 |
| 1918 | 12 |
| 1919 | 12 |
| 1920 | 14 |
| 1921 | 11 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 15 |
| 1925 | 13 |
| 1926 | 11 |
| 1927 | 8 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1929 | 12 |
| 1930 | 7 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1934 | 10 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1939 | 9 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1945 | 6 |
| 1946 | 12 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 9 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2024 | 9 |