Blythe Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationBLYTH / blaɪðEnglish
Meaning
happy; carefree
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Blythe has its roots in Old English, derived from the word 'blīðe,' meaning happy or cheerful. It has been used as a surname and a given name, primarily in English-speaking countries. The name has a historical presence in literature and is often associated with a sense of joy and lightheartedness.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Blythe was first seen in the United States in 1915. Blythe has ranked as high as #1272 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Blythe has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1956 | 5 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2024 | 6 |