Heather
Heather is an girl name of English, Scots origin, meaning “Heather plant”.
| Meaning | Heather plant |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | English, Scots |
| Pronunciation | HETH-ur |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United States, United Kingdom, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Heather
Heather is named after the low-growing flowering shrub of moors and heaths, especially in Scotland. The word comes from Middle English hathir, of uncertain origin, and was later reshaped to look like 'heath'. It became a given name in the late nineteenth century and was hugely popular in the United States from the 1970s to the 1980s.
Is Heather a religious name?
Heather has no religious background; it is a plant name.
How popular is Heather?
Very familiar among adults today but less often given to babies now.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Heather mean?
Heather means 'Heather plant'. It is of English, Scots origin.
Does Heather have a religious meaning?
Heather has no religious background; it is a plant name.
How do you pronounce Heather?
Heather is pronounced HETH-ur.
Is Heather a boy or girl name?
Heather is usually a girl name.