Who named earth?

The origin of the name "Earth" does not attribute to a specific individual, but rather it has its roots in ancient languages and linguistic evolution.

The name "Earth" comes from the Old English word "eorþe," which meant "soil," "ground," "dry land," and "country"345.

• This Old English term is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "*ertho," which is a reconstructed term that was likely used by early Germanic-speaking peoples245.
• The word "Earth" is related to other Germanic languages, such as the modern German "Erde," Dutch "aarde," and Old Saxon and Old Frisian "ertha" and "erthe," respectively124.

Unlike the other planets in our solar system, which were named after Greek and Roman gods, the name "Earth" does not have mythological origins. Instead, it reflects a practical and linguistic connection to the ground and soil245.

Therefore, there is no single person credited with naming the planet Earth; the name evolved over time through linguistic and cultural developments.