Worth is an English unisex given name of uncertain origin, but believed to be derived from Old English words 'worth' meaning 'value'. It has been used as a given name since the 19th century and was popularized by its use in Louisa May Alcott's novel "Little Women" where one of the characters shares this name.
The name Worth has seen a wide fluctuation in popularity over the past century and a half, with annual births ranging from as low as 5 to as high as 35 at its peak in 1912. The majority of years saw between 5 to 20 births per year, with a notable spike during World War I, suggesting potential patriotic naming trends. However, since the late 1970s, Worth has become less common, with fewer than 10 births recorded in most years. Recent data shows some resurgence, with 18 births in 2021 and 19 in 2023, suggesting a potential revival of interest in this historic name.