Deth

Deth refers to an alternative spelling of the word death in English, commonly used for stylistic or archaic effect. The standard form derives from Old English dēaþ and Proto-Germanic roots; over time, writers have experimented with consonant combinations to achieve a heavier or more medieval connotation. The form "Deth" is sometimes capitalized when employed as a name.

In literature and media, Deth is often used in poetry, fantasy, and metal music to evoke tone and atmosphere rather than to signal a separate concept. As a decorative or branding variant, it appears in song titles, band names, game locales, and character names, typically without new meaning beyond death itself.

Because it functions primarily as a stylized spelling, the term is not standardized and its usage varies by author or designer. When encountered, it is usually interpreted as a referent to mortality, the afterlife, or the darker aspects of culture.

For related uses, see Death (disambiguation).