Booths

English and Scottish

"small dwelling place, shed"

Booths Origin and Meaning

The name Booths is a boy's name.

Booths is an unusual masculine name that likely originated as a surname before transitioning to first-name usage. As a surname, it derives from Old English and Middle English words referring to a small compartment or temporary dwelling, possibly indicating ancestors who lived in or near such structures or who worked at market booths. As a first name, Booths remains exceptionally rare, giving it a distinctive quality. The name has potential connections to the Jewish Feast of Booths (Sukkot), which might appeal to families seeking names with religious significance. Its uncommon nature and surname quality align with trends toward using traditional surnames as given names. The name projects strength through its consonant-heavy structure while maintaining historical connections.

The name Booths in Pop Culture

• Booths a supermarket chain found in northern England