Reather
Below 5 births
Below 5 births
About Reather
Reather is an uncommon feminine name with uncertain origins, possibly a variation of Heather with an altered first consonant, or a creative modern invention. It might also be related to the Old English word 'rethe' meaning 'fierce' or 'cruel,' though this connection is speculative. The name has a soft, flowing quality with its 'th' sound, similar to more established names like Heather or Esther. As an extremely rare name, Reather offers distinctiveness while still having a somewhat familiar phonetic structure. The name may appeal to parents seeking something unique yet pronounceable, with a gentle feminine sound. Without established historical usage, Reather carries little cultural or traditional baggage, allowing families to imbue it with personal meaning.
Reather is also given to boys.
Pronounced RETH-ur.
As of October 2026, Reather ranked #10534 for girls in US births in 1986 and #4824 for boys in US births in 1922 SSA, peaked at #1187 for girls in 1908.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · girls | Births · girls | US rank · boys | Births · boys |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | — | 0 |