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  HEATHER

The meaning of the unisex name Heather is FLOWER

Details on HEATHER:

Gender:
Unisex
Meaning(s):
A flowering evergreen plant that thrives on peaty barren lands as in scotland. heather
Popularity for Girl:
2,556th in the USA (top 10%)
Popularity for Boy:
34,930th in the USA (bottom 50%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

168 births
HEATHER as a GIRL in 2024
5 births
HEATHER as a BOY in 2007

The meaning(s) of HEATHER:

The name Heather is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Heather is: A flowering evergreen plant that thrives on peaty barren lands as in Scotland. Heather.
English meaning
The name Heather is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Heather is: A flowering evergreen plant that thrives on peaty barren lands as in Scotland. Heather.
American meaning

USA SSA birth(s) for HEATHER:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name HEATHER

 HEATHER as a girl

YearGirl Births
2024168 births
2023171 births
2022180 births
2021173 births
2020151 births
2019162 births
2018211 births
2017219 births
2016272 births
2015281 births
2014329 births
2013315 births
2012327 births
2011391 births
2010421 births
2009553 births

 HEATHER as a boy

YearBoy Births
20075 births
19996 births
19987 births
19975 births
19969 births
199515 births
19947 births
199317 births
199216 births
199125 births
199024 births
198959 births
198858 births
198762 births
198666 births
198570 births

About the name HEATHER

Heather, a name that dances lightly on the tongue, originates from the Old English word for the delicate purple flower, known for its resilience and beauty. This charming bloom thrives in the rugged landscapes of Scotland, where it symbolizes admiration, solitude, and the beauty of nature. Infused with a touch of whimsy, Heather evokes images of rolling hills and serene moors, capturing the essence of the Scottish Highlands. The name has found a home not only in the United Kingdom but also across English-speaking countries, including the United States, Canada, and Australia, where it became particularly popular in the latter half of the 20th century. Often associated with warmth and kindness, Heather carries a sense of nurturing spirit, making it a delightful choice for a child. As the petals of the heather flower blanket the earth, so too does this name wrap its bearer in love, strength, and a connection to the natural world, inviting her to bloom with grace and individuality.

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