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Blythe

Blythe is a girls' name of English origin meaning “cheerful, merry, joyful.” From the Old English 'blithe' meaning carefree and cheerful.

how do you pronounce Blythe?

BLYTH

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what does Blythe mean?

The name Blythe means “cheerful, merry, joyful.” It comes from the English language tradition.

From the Old English 'blithe' meaning carefree and cheerful. Used occasionally in the medieval period, it fell out of use and was revived in modern times. Actress Blythe Danner brought the name notable visibility in American culture.

who are famous people named Blythe?

  • Blythe Danner (actress)
  • Blythe (doll toy line)

what names are similar to Blythe?

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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial

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