Hertha

English

"earth"

Hertha Origin and Meaning

The name Hertha is a girl's name.

Hertha is a feminine name with Germanic and Norse origins, connected to the Old Norse goddess Jörð (Earth). The name literally translates to 'earth goddess' or 'mother earth', embodying fertility, grounding, and natural abundance. Popular in Germanic countries during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Hertha has become less common in recent decades. It carries a vintage charm that resonates with the current trend of reviving traditional names. The name has literary connections and a strong mythological heritage that gives it depth and character. While uncommon in English-speaking countries, Hertha remains appreciated for its connection to nature and its distinctive sound that combines strength with feminine qualities.

Hertha Rank in US Top 1000

# 936 in the US

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Famous People Named Hertha

• Hertha Marks Ayrton (born Phoebe Sarah Marks) English scientist and suffragette
• Marie Viktoria Luise Hertha Friederike of Hanover sister,in,law of Princess Caroline of Monaco
• Hertha Töpper Austrian contralto opera singer
• Hertha von Walther German actress
• Hertha Feiler Austrian actress
• Hertha Thiele German actress
• Hertha Sponer German scientist

The name Hertha in Pop Culture

• "Hertha " poem by Algernon Charles Swinburne, in which she represents the Germanic fertility goddess otherwise known as Nerthus
• Pronounced HAIR tah in German