Girl · 81st of 19,264
Heidi
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
148,787
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1972
Peak Popularity Year
4,741
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Heidi stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Heidi is a German diminutive of the name Adelheid, which means 'noble.' It emerged from the historical name Adelheid and gained fame through the children's novel 'Heidi.' The name retains a positive image and is associated with innocence and charm, with no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈhaɪdi/
Origin
German
Etymology
The name Heidi is a diminutive form of Adelheid, which means 'nobility' or 'noble kind' in German. It gained popularity through the children's novel 'Heidi' by Johanna Spyri, published in 1880.
Meaning
noble
Language Evolution
Adelheid, Heidi
Historical Usage
Heidi became popular in the late 19th century following the publication of the novel and has remained a beloved name in various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Adelheid, Heidie, Haidy
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Heidi is often associated with a charming and innocent character, evoking images of the Swiss Alps and pastoral life. It is perceived positively in many cultures.
Famous People
Heidi Klum, Heidi Montag, Heidi Baker
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 4,741 peak births in 1972
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 11 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 9 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5200th of 7552 | 29 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2546th of 10718 | 235 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6273rd of 16616 | 97 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1311th of 9204 | 619 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 227th of 12526 | 24,977 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 81st of 19264 | 66,081 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 155th of 27321 | 30,511 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 321st of 35406 | 15,702 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 357th of 30306 | 10,536 |