What origin is the name Ither?

Ither comes from scottish naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

Is Ither a popular name?

Ither is very rare in official US birth records — fewer than 5 babies of this gender were given the name in any year we checked.

What are good sister names for Ither?

Names from the same scottish tradition pair naturally with Ither — for example Isla, Elsie, Ainsley. You can browse more on our scottish names page.

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Q: Is Ither a rare name?

Yes. Ither does not appear in US Social Security birth records, which list every name given to at least 5 babies, so it is rare in the US.

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Ither

Ither

Boy

scottish

2 syllables

Ither is a scottish boy's name meaning "Ither is described as “killed by Percival.” The meaning refers to his death and identifies Percival as the person responsible.".

Parents who choose Ither pick a boy name from the scottish tradition, meaning "Ither is described as “killed by Percival.” The meaning refers to his death and identifies Percival as the person responsible.". It has 2 syllables.

Origin: scottish
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Meaning

Ither is described as “killed by Percival.” The meaning refers to his death and identifies Percival as the person responsible.

Popularity

Very rare in US records (source: US Social Security Administration birth records (best rank 2008–2017))

Quick answers about Ither

Very rare in US records

What does Ither mean?

Ither is a boy name of scottish origin meaning "Ither is described as “killed by Percival.” The meaning refers to his death and identifies Percival as the person responsible.".