Heidi Name Meaning, Origin, Popularity, Girl Names Like Heidi

Heidi Name Origin: German
Pronunciation: hi-dee
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Heidi Name Meaning

The name Heidi means “noble kind” or “of a good family” in German. It also has connotations of strength and independence, thanks to the main character in the novel “Heidi”. The name is a perfect fit for a girl who is kind, strong, and independent, with a touch of the beauty and serenity of the Swiss Alps.

Origins of the Name Heidi

Heidi, also spelled Hedy, is a German name that originated in the Alps. It is derived from the German word “Heide”, which means “noble kind” or “of a good family”. The name first became popular in the late 19th century with the publication of the novel “Heidi” by Swiss author Johanna Spyri. The story follows the adventures of a young girl named Heidi who lives with her grandfather in the Swiss Alps. The book was a huge success and was later adapted into a movie and a TV series, further increasing the popularity of the name.

Popularity of the Name Heidi

The novel “Heidi” was a huge success and is still popular today. The book’s portrayal of the Swiss Alps and the strong, independent character of Heidi helped to solidify the name’s association with Switzerland. Many people associate the name Heidi with the beauty and serenity of the Swiss Alps, as well as with the strong, independent spirit of the main character.

Heidi has been a popular name for decades and was at its peak in popularity in the 1960s and 1970s. However, the name has seen a decline in popularity in recent years and is not as commonly used as it once was. Nevertheless, it remains a classic and timeless name that is still used today.

Final Thoughts on the Name Heidi

Heidi is a classic girl’s name with a rich history and a strong association with Switzerland. The name means “noble kind” or “of a good family” in German, and has connotations of strength and independence. Although it was at its peak in popularity in the 1960s and 1970s, it remains a timeless and lovely name that can be used today. So, if you’re looking for a name for your little girl that is both classic and unique, consider Heidi. It’s a name that is sure to stand the test of time.

Heidi Name Popularity

How popular is the name Heidi? Here’s everything we know.

Year	Rank	# Births	% Births
1910	—	0	0%
1911	—	0	0%
1912	—	0	0%
1913	—	0	0%
1914	—	0	0%
1915	—	0	0%
1916	—	0	0%
1917	—	0	0%
1918	—	0	0%
1919	—	0	0%
1920	—	0	0%
1921	—	0	0%
1922	—	0	0%
1923	—	0	0%
1924	—	0	0%
1925	—	0	0%
1926	—	0	0%
1927	—	0	0%
1928	—	0	0%
1929	—	0	0%
1930	—	0	0%
1931	—	0	0%
1932	—	0	0%
1933	—	0	0%
1934	—	0	0%
1935	—	0	0%
1936	—	0	0%
1937	—	0	0%
1938	972	21	0.0021%
1939	920	24	0.0024%
1940	—	0	0%
1941	1,136	15	0.0013%
1942	933	33	0.0026%
1943	749	61	0.0047%
1944	695	73	0.0059%
1945	781	50	0.0041%
1946	629	113	0.0077%
1947	579	165	0.0099%
1948	525	200	0.0125%
1949	512	205	0.0127%
1950	516	207	0.0129%
1951	468	276	0.0163%
1952	420	367	0.021%
1953	319	624	0.0353%
1954	292	816	0.0446%
1955	263	980	0.0533%
1956	225	1,313	0.0695%
1957	220	1,411	0.0733%
1958	187	1,931	0.1022%
1959	186	1,894	0.0997%
1960	170	2,332	0.1231%
1961	165	2,515	0.1332%
1962	156	2,652	0.1445%
1963	140	2,927	0.1631%
1964	124	3,444	0.1957%
1965	104	3,558	0.2176%
1966	87	3,959	0.2536%
1967	88	3,862	0.2545%
1968	89	3,901	0.2598%
1969	81	4,528	0.2939%
1970	81	4,639	0.2915%
1971	77	4,716	0.3138%
1972	64	4,723	0.3468%
1973	65	4,395	0.339%
1974	60	4,686	0.3605%
1975	66	4,295	0.3342%
1976	70	3,891	0.3019%
1977	81	3,638	0.2699%
1978	83	3,568	0.2654%
1979	83	3,668	0.2601%
1980	79	4,023	0.2751%
1981	84	3,732	0.2539%
1982	86	3,380	0.2262%
1983	95	2,910	0.1972%
1984	102	2,661	0.1789%
1985	125	2,317	0.1527%
1986	130	2,121	0.1405%
1987	145	1,899	0.1244%
1988	162	1,728	0.1109%
1989	180	1,525	0.0945%
1990	200	1,451	0.0875%
1991	217	1,314	0.0806%
1992	224	1,223	0.0766%
1993	243	1,123	0.072%
1994	274	988	0.0644%
1995	289	926	0.0614%
1996	289	976	0.0652%
1997	325	857	0.0579%
1998	343	820	0.0548%
1999	332	886	0.0592%
2000	344	863	0.0565%
2001	361	797	0.0529%
2002	322	927	0.0619%
2003	315	954	0.0627%
2004	340	909	0.0596%
2005	320	976	0.0638%
2006	295	1,096	0.07%
2007	300	1,096	0.0695%
2008	286	1,147	0.0742%
2009	292	1,099	0.0735%
2010	297	1,050	0.0729%
2011	327	916	0.0643%
2012	326	910	0.0639%
2013	345	884	0.0621%
2014	337	938	0.0644%
2015	334	932	0.0641%
2016	355	859	0.0596%
2017	352	827	0.0593%
2018	339	867	0.0631%
2019	356	815	0.0602%
2020	382	763	0.0599%
2021	383	726	0.0594%
2022	369	820	0.0622%
2023	351	844	0.0652%

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What names are variants of Heidi?

Mix it up with these names that are a variation of the name Heidi.

Name	Meaning	Origin
Haidee	Well-behaved, modest	Greek
Heida
Heide
Heidey
Heidy
Hydee

What names sound like Heidi?

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Name	Meaning	Origin	Popularity	Other Gender
Heddi	Contention, strife	German
Hedi	Contention, strife	German

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23 Comments

Ruth Jun 3 at 8:52 am

I chose the name Heidi because it was special to me at a young age. I read the book and watched the movie named Heidi as a child, and it makes me think of my childhood with my father. We also had a little dog named that growing up that was very special to me and my dad. I don’t think about naming her after the dog, though– I think k of it more as a family name that I’m carrying on in honor of my father. Her middle name is my own middle name which is also familial– my grandmother’s middle name. Her name is my way of honoring my family while using a unique name that isn’t simply naming my daughter after someone in my family, as I was named. I think it is fitting.

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- Ruth Jun 3 at 8:55 am
  
  Oh, and to add, my family surname is German, and I married into a German surname. So it fits even more so!
  
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Hannah Nov 18 at 4:34 pm

German origin

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Heidi Sep 14 at 12:11 am

I’ve never met a Heidi I didn’t like! I wish I could have all of you over for a cup of tea! This comment thread made my heart so happy!

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Heidi Ann Schmidt Jul 4 at 12:50 pm

My full given birth name is Heidi Lynn Arndt. I then became adopted and was Heidi Ann Kobulnicky and then I married my childhood sweetheart and am now and forever known as Heidi Ann Schmidt

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- Heidi Ann Kobulnicky Jul 4 at 12:51 pm
  
  I was also born on July 24, 1982 and now my name is Heidi Ann Schmidt
  
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Barbora Jan 18 at 1:07 pm

We named our daughter Heidi, and the older she is, the more I am in love with that name. It’s uncommon, so I am not afraid that there will be 30 other Heidi’s in the playground, yet it’s classic, it’s not weird as some of the names people come up with just so their child has a unique name. In the same time, it’s not a name for an old person. I don’t think there is many names that meet all those conditions. We’ll sure have a hard time coming up with a name for our second.

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Heidi Jul 29 at 8:18 am

I love that name, it’s simple but nice! And I’m happy that it’s not too popular, so my name will always sound unique!

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- Heidi Oct 20 at 9:08 am
  
  It’s amazing when I come across people with the same name Heidi. Lotta Heidi’s on Facebook. There’s more Hades out there than I thought of. Hi Heidi.
  
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  - Heidi Jan 20 at 2:07 pm
    
    Hi Heidis! I’m also shocked whenever I stumbled upon other Heidi’s. I’ve yet to meet one younger than me, which I find interesting. (I was born in 1987)
    As a kid, I never liked the name. Most likely because I had curly blonde hair and blue eyes…so I literally looked like Shirley Temple as Heidi. haha.
    
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    - Heidi Jan 25 at 7:27 pm
      
      I absolutely love my name and love that it’s more exciting to find another Heidi than be ten Heidi’s all in one room. I’m always thankful it makes me feel a little different in some ways , it’s a beautiful name ?
      
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    - Heidi Apr 4 at 4:17 pm
      
      Hi Heidi! You said you’ve never found a Heidi younger than you…well I’m 14! I love reading these comments almost as much as I love my name. I have blonde hair and blue eyes too ?
      
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- Heidi Hellwig Mar 21 at 5:38 am
  
  My name is Heidi and I think this name has to be on a magazine cover or a book cover or something
  
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Virginia Jul 1 at 3:50 pm

It goes well with our other girl names, family name, German heritage (husband’s family is German), and it matches her well!

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Heidi F May 2 at 7:05 am

I LOVE my name I wish that more people have it as there name.

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heidi Feb 9 at 5:50 am

I think my name should be widely known and spread.

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- Heidi Jan 20 at 2:11 pm
  
  we’re underrated for sure.
  
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sam Dec 28 at 4:22 pm

It was chosen because it was my grandma & I’s favorite movie to watch together growing up. It makes me think of her.

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ERIN Nov 20 at 9:38 pm

She’s named after my husband’s mom, Hidayet

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Brooke Jun 14 at 7:22 am

I am an elementary teacher so I see a lot of new, unique, and sometimes rather strange names. When we were choosing names my husband and I wanted something that was unique but also traditional. My oldest’s name is Greta so we wanted it to match in some way. We ended up with Heidi- our theme having a little European influence.

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- Gretchen Jun 17 at 4:31 pm
  
  That’s great! My name is Gretchen and my sister’s is Heidi. We were both born in the 70’s.
  
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- Heidi Jan 20 at 2:10 pm
  
  I’m a Heidi, and as a kid, I had a cat named Greta, she was 3 when I was born. And I think people thought she was my older sister because of how I would talk about her. haha.
  
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