Worth

“worth, value”

English origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#5238US 2023

19Births / yr

↑Rising

2.1kAll-time births

📅 Since 188000.01% of births at peak

How to pronounce Worth

WERTH

/ˈwɝθ/ · stress on WERTH · 1 syllable

“worth, value”

English origin · Boy name

What does Worth mean and where does it come from?

The name Worth is of English origin and means 'worth, value'. It is derived from the Old English word 'wyrð', which translates to value or estate. Worth is a relatively uncommon name and has historically been used as a surname before transitioning into use as a first name. The name has associations

Cultural significance

Worth has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of worth, value.

Peak popularity

Reached #599 in 1898 — currently #5238 in the US.

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How else can you spell Worth?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Wirth

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Worth?

Worth works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Worth Grace

How popular is Worth right now?

Rising fast — up 3016 spots — currently #5238 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1880–2023#5238 · Top 3.9%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5238	19	▲ up 3016 · +90% births
2022	#8254	10	▼ down 2929 · -44% births
2021	#5325	18	▲ up 6602 · +260% births
2020	#11927	5	▼ down 3887 · -44% births
2015	#8040	9	▲ up 1090 · +50% births
2000	#9130	6	▼ down 4414 · -25% births
1985	#4716	8	▲ up 1571 · +60% births
1980	#6287	5	▼ down 1953 · -29% births
1975	#4334	7	▼ down 795 · -12% births
1970	#3539	8	▼ down 1559 · -53% births
1960	#1980	17	▼ down 244 · -15% births
1955	#1736	20	▼ down 71
1950	#1665	20	▼ down 79 · +11% births
1945	#1586	18	▲ up 410 · +38% births
1940	#1996	13	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Worth

Best Year1900Rank #719

Peak Count59

Average Rank#3634

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1900 - 202323 years

The story of Worth

Worth has been a beloved American name for over 144 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1880. With 2,120 total births recorded, Worth remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #744 in 1880, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #5238 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Worth in 1898:

John William James George Charles

Worth by decade

Worth peaked in the 1890s. See all 1890s names →

Decade	Births
1880s	45
1890s	76
1900s	67
1910s	415
1920s ★	489
1930s	303
1940s	216
1950s	165
1960s	100
1970s	60
1980s	56
1990s	13
2000s	31
2010s	79
2020s	5

💎With 2,120 total births, Worth is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Worth?

Common

WorWo

What names sound and feel like Worth?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Worth also consider these

North

American · English

Horth

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

American · worthy or deserving

Wirth

Germanic · to be worth,

Booth

English · English

Noath

English · A meaningful name

Common questions about the name Worth

What does the name Worth mean?

Worth means "worth, value" — a name rooted in English tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Worth?

Worth is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Worth have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Worth?

Worth originates from English tradition. English names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Worth?

Worth is a one-syllable name pronounced W ER1 TH. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

How does Worth sound with different last names?

As a one-syllable name, Worth flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Worth ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.