Ortha
Germanic · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Ortha
Ortha is a feminine given name derived from the Old English word "orth," meaning "noble" or "worth," with roots in Germanic languages.
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Etymology
Ortha is a feminine given name derived from the Old English word "orth," meaning "noble" or "worth," with roots in Germanic languages. The name has been used primarily in English-speaking cultures, particularly in the United States during the 19th and 20th centuries, with no specific religious affiliation.
Ortha currently ranks #5,192 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1923.
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