Heather
Meaning of Heather
Heather is a popular and timeless name for baby girls. It has its origins in English and Scottish cultures. The name Heather is pronounced as HEH-thur in American English and HEE-thuh in British English. It may also be spelled as Hether or Hedder.
In the United States, Heather has been consistently used over the years, although its popularity has seen some fluctuations. In recent years, it has ranked around 1300th to 1500th in terms of occurrence. However, during the 1980s, Heather experienced a surge in popularity and was among the top names for baby girls. It reached its peak in 1989 when it ranked as the 15th most popular name.
Heather carries a sense of natural beauty and elegance, inspired by the flowering plant with purple blooms that share its name. As a result, parents often choose this name for their daughters to evoke feelings of gracefulness and tranquility.
If you're looking for a classic yet distinctive name for your baby girl, consider Heather. Its rich history and enduring charm make it a wonderful choice that will stand the test of time.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as HEE-thuh (/ˈhiːðər/)
American English
- Pronunced as HEH-thur (/ˈhɛðər/)
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Notable People Named Heather
| Heather Joan Graham is an American actress known for her roles in films like Boogie Nights and Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me. |
| Heather Deen Locklear is a renowned American actress known for her roles in Melrose Place and Dynasty, earning her multiple Golden Globe nominations. |
| Heather Headley is a Trinidadian-born American singer, songwriter, record producer, and actress known for her Tony and Grammy award-winning performances. |
| Heather Mitts Feeley is a former professional soccer defender, a three-time Olympic gold medalist, and a member of the U.S. women's national team. |
| Heather Nova is a Bermudian singer-songwriter and poet known for her eleven full-length albums, six EPs, and twelve singles. |
| Heather Hardy is an American professional boxer and mixed martial artist, known for holding the WBO featherweight title and being ranked as one of the top female featherweights in the world. |
| Heather Christine Sears was a renowned British stage and screen actress. |
| Heather Ann Garriock is a former Australian soccer player and coach, known for her midfield skills and extensive international career. |
| Heather Grace Angel was a British actress known for her roles as Mrs. Darling in Peter Pan and Alice's sister in Alice in Wonderland. |
| Heather Olmstead is an accomplished American volleyball head coach, known for her leadership of the BYU Cougars women's volleyball team and her recognition as the American Volleyball Coaches Association Coach of the Year in 2018. |
| Heather Paige Dubrow is an American actress and television personality, known for her role on The Real Housewives of Orange County and her portrayal of Lydia DeLucca on the CBS series That's Life. |
| Heather Ripley is a Scottish former actress best known for her role as Jemima Potts in the film Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (1968). |
| Heather Bergsma is a retired American speed skater who competed from 2006 to 2020. |
| Heather Ogden is a Canadian ballet dancer and principal dancer at the National Ballet of Canada. |
| Heather McPhie is an American freestyle moguls skier who competed for the US Olympic Team at the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver and achieved notable finishes in FIS World Cup events. |
