The nameHeather
Heather is an English girl's name taken from the plant.
- Girl's name
- English
Meaning
From the English heather.
Origin
English.
History
In France it was mostly given in the 2000s.
Popularity of the name Heather
Heather in France
2831stmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
2003peak year (45 births)
760babies named Heather in France since 1900
Heather was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 330 births over the decade, 43% of all recorded babies named Heather. Its rise began around 1958, and it peaked in 2003. Half of all babies named Heather in France were born before 2006, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers.
Heather in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Heather mean?
From the English heather.
What is the origin of the name Heather?
English.
Is Heather a girl's or a boy's name?
Heather is a girl's name.