Uther
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- Name
- Uther
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- Boy name
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The name Uther has its origin in the name Uthyr. It is associated with the meaning 'the Terrible'.
What does the name Uther mean?
Uther is a masculine name that goes back to Uthyr. Its meaning is 'the Terrible'. The name originates from the Old Welsh word uthr, which means 'terrible'. In the legend from the 10th century, Uther Pendragon is the King of Britain and the father of King Arthur.
Where does the name Uther come from?
Uther is a masculine name of Old Welsh and Celtic origin that carries the meaning 'the Terrible'. The Old Welsh term uthr stands for 'terrible'. The languages in which this name occurs are English and Welsh.
How do you pronounce Uther?
Uther is pronounced approximately like 'U-tha'.
Popularity
In Germany, Uther is considered a rare name. It has not yet appeared in the German name popularity lists. Its best placement was in 2019, when it ranked 1,297th in Scotland. In the last ten years, it has been chosen as a first name there fewer than ten times, placing it at 2,524th in the ten-year statistics. From 1974 to 2024, it ranks 4,203rd in Scotland.
Famous people
- Uther Pendragon (figure from the Arthurian legend)
Frequently asked questions about the name Uther
What is the origin of the name Uther?
Uther has its roots in Old Welsh and is of Celtic origin.
What does the name Uther mean?
The name Uther means 'the Terrible' and comes from the Old Welsh word 'uthr', which means 'terrible'.
How popular is the name Uther?
Uther is a rather rare name, known primarily in historical and literary contexts.