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At a Glance
- Meaning
- From an enclosed homestead or settlement
- Origin
- Old English (place name/surname)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- WURTH
Worth is a boy's name with Old English roots, originally referring to an enclosed homestead or settlement. It's often assumed to mean 'value' or 'worth,' but that's a false connection based on the modern spelling — the actual origin is unrelated to that meaning. Pronounced WURTH, it fits a clean, modern naming style.
Meaning & Origin of Worth
Meaning: From an enclosed homestead or settlement.
Origin: Old English (place name/surname).
A common claim: Commonly assumed to mean 'value' or 'worth,' as in being 'of great worth' Actually: This is a false folk etymology from the identical modern spelling; the name actually derives from an unrelated Old English word for an enclosed homestead, not the abstract quality of value.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Worth
WURTHIPA /ˈwɜːrθ/
Popularity of Worth
Worth reached its peak popularity in 1898, ranking #609 with 14 babies given the name, and has since fallen off, landing at #4406 in 2024 with 24 babies.
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FAQ
What does the name Worth mean?
From an enclosed homestead or settlement. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Worth?
Worth is pronounced WURTH (IPA: /ˈwɜːrθ/).
Is Worth a popular name right now?
Worth peaked at #609 in 1898 and is ranked #4406 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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