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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Red, red-haired
- Origin
- German (surname)
- Gender
- Neutral
- Pronunciation
- ROHTH
Roth began as a German surname meaning "red" or "red-haired," and today it's used as a first name for any gender. It's short and straightforward to say, ROHTH, with a clean, modern feel to it.
Meaning & Origin of Roth
Meaning: Red, red-haired.
Origin: German (surname).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Roth
ROHTHIPA /ˈroʊθ/
Popularity of Roth
Roth had its best showing on the SSA charts in 1985, ranking #2579 with 20 babies given the name; by 2010, the most recent year on record, it had dropped to #11908 with just 6 babies.
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FAQ
What does the name Roth mean?
Red, red-haired. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Roth?
Roth is pronounced ROHTH (IPA: /ˈroʊθ/).
Is Roth a popular name right now?
Roth peaked at #2579 in 1985 and is ranked #11908 as of 2010. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1955–2010.)
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