Uhtred, of Old English origin, translates to 'prosperity' or 'wealth'. It was borne by several historical figures, most notably Uhtred the Bold, a 9th-century Northumbrian magnate who played a significant role in the early history of England. The name has since been popularized by Bernard Cornwell's 'The Last Kingdom' series, where Uhtred is the protagonist.
The name Uhtred has seen a steady increase in popularity over the past six years, with births nearly tripling from seven in 2017 to twenty-six in 2022. The most recent year, 2023, saw a slight decrease to nineteen births. Overall, there have been ninety-seven Uhtreds born since 2017.