Ertha
girl nameErtha entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #2098 in 1929, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
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rank today
#2098
peak (1929)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3471 |
| 1920s | #3372 |
| 1930s | #3631 |
| 1940s | #4300 |
| 1950s | #5557 |
| 1960s | #6092 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Ertha are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Ertha alive today was born around 1929, making them about 96 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ertha in 2025?
- Ertha is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Ertha most popular?
- Ertha peaked in 1929, reaching #2098 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Ertha with classmates?
- Ertha will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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