Originating from Old English, the name Wortham is predominantly used for boys. It is pronounced as WUR-thuhm (/wɜrθəm/) in American English. The name carries a sense of strength and worthiness. Although not widely popular, it has seen occasional usage over the years in the United States. In 1926, five baby boys were given the name Wortham, ranking it at 4201st place for that year. A variation of this name is Worth, which shares similar qualities and associations with value and significance.