Oather
boy nameOather entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #943 in 1882, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1882–2025
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rank today
#943
peak (1882)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #943 |
| 1890s | #1024 |
| 1900s | #1320 |
| 1910s | #1952 |
| 1920s | #2348 |
| 1930s | #2852 |
| 1940s | #2990 |
| 1950s | #3612 |
| 1960s | #4048 |
| 1970s | #5101 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Oather are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Oather alive today was born around 1924, making them about 101 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Oather in 2025?
- Oather is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Oather most popular?
- Oather peaked in 1882, reaching #943 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Oather with classmates?
- Oather will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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