Blythe
Blythe is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Cheerful, joyous, or carefree.
Origin and history
Blythe derives from an Old English surname and vocabulary word meaning cheerful or carefree. Historically used in both the United Kingdom and the United States, it remains a relatively rare but established choice for girls. Its usage has seen a slight modern revival among parents seeking vintage, nature-adjacent English names.
Popularity in the United States
5,168 babies in the United States have been named Blythe since 1880. It ranks #2406 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1517.
States where it is most popular
- CA (26.8 %)
- TX (22.2 %)
- NC (7.4 %)
- NY (5.3 %)
- GA (5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 6 |
| 1900-1910 | 6 |
| 1910-1920 | 41 |
| 1920-1930 | 58 |
| 1930-1940 | 38 |
| 1940-1950 | 97 |
| 1950-1960 | 218 |
| 1960-1970 | 238 |
| 1970-1980 | 583 |
| 1980-1990 | 687 |
| 1990-2000 | 512 |
| 2000-2010 | 720 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,378 |
| 2020-2029 | 586 |
Famous people named Blythe
- Blythe Danner: Actress
- Blythe Auffarth: Actress
Fun facts
- Blythe originated as an Old English surname given to a cheerful person or someone living near a place named Blythe.
- The name is well known through actress Blythe Danner and the popular collectible Blythe dolls created in the early 1970s.