Blythe: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A carefree and joyful spirit, happy and bright.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 1
- Current rank
- #2087
- Peak
- #1074 in 1974
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Blythe Means
Blythe is a girl name of English origin. A carefree and joyful spirit, happy and bright.
How Popular Blythe Is
Blythe currently ranks #2087 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1074 in 1974. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Blythe
- Blythe is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Blythe is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It has a vintage charm that's making a stylish comeback.
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Sibling Names for Blythe
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Questions About Blythe
What does Blythe mean?
Blythe is a girl name of English origin. A carefree and joyful spirit, happy and bright.
How popular is Blythe?
Blythe currently ranks #2087 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1074 in 1974. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Blythe come from?
Blythe comes from English roots. Blythe is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
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