Ireatha
A feminine name of obscure origin, potentially from Greek elements meaning "peaceful".
Name Census estimates that about 4 living Americans carry the first name Ireatha. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Ireatha today is around 68 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Ireatha births was 1920 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Ireatha. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Ireatha is about 68 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Ireathas were born before 1968.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Ireatha. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
4
~ 1 in 85,688,585 Americans
Peak year
1920
5 babies that year
Average age
68
years old
1951 SSA rank
#5,744
Tracked since 1920
Popularity
Ireatha: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Ireatha from the 1920s through to the 1950s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1950s, with 5 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Ireatha by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Ireatha during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Ireatha
The name Ireatha is believed to have originated from the ancient Greek language, with its roots tracing back to the 4th century BCE. It is derived from the Greek word "eirene," which translates to "peace" or "tranquility." The name reflects the desire for a peaceful and harmonious existence.
In the early days, the name Ireatha was predominantly used in the Greek-speaking regions of the Mediterranean, particularly in the areas that are now part of modern-day Greece and Turkey. It gained popularity among families seeking to bestow upon their children a name that embodied the virtues of serenity and calm.
While the name itself does not appear to have been directly referenced in ancient Greek texts or religious scriptures, its roots can be traced back to the philosophical and cultural traditions of the time, which placed a strong emphasis on the pursuit of inner peace and balance.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Ireatha can be found in historical records from the Byzantine Empire, where a noblewoman named Ireatha lived in the 8th century CE. She was known for her diplomatic efforts in fostering peace and understanding between warring factions.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Ireatha. In the 12th century, Ireatha of Antioch was a renowned scholar and philosopher who wrote extensively on the importance of cultivating a peaceful mindset. Another remarkable figure was Ireatha the Poet, who lived in the 15th century and composed beautiful works that celebrated the beauty of nature and the human spirit.
During the Renaissance period, Ireatha Villanova (1520-1585) was a prominent Italian painter whose works often depicted scenes of tranquility and harmony. Her masterpieces can still be admired in various art galleries across Europe.
In more recent times, Ireatha Llewellyn (1876-1958) was a Welsh suffragette and advocate for women's rights, known for her nonviolent approach to social change and her commitment to fostering peace and understanding between different groups.
Lastly, Ireatha Garner (1923-2010) was an American civil rights activist who dedicated her life to promoting racial equality and advocating for peaceful resistance against injustice. Her courageous efforts inspired generations of people to embrace the ideals of peace and unity.
People
Ireatha + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Ireatha as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with I
Other first names starting with I with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Ireatha: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Ireatha?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 4 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Ireatha going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 85,688,585 US residents.
Is Ireatha a common name?
We classify Ireatha as "Very Rare". It ranks above 6.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 15 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Ireatha most popular?
The single biggest year for Ireatha was 1920, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Ireatha is about 68 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Ireatha in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Ireatha a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Ireatha in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Ireatha still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Ireatha in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Ireatha can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many Americans are named Ireatha?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.