Heather

Flowering heather plant

GenderGirlOriginScottishSay itHETH-erPopularityUncommon
Pronounced HETH-er

About the name Heather

Heather takes its name from the purple-flowered shrub that blankets the Scottish moors each autumn. It's a soft, nature-inspired classic.

Heather is soft-spoken, resilient, and quietly beautiful.

Fun fact

Purple heather blooming across the Highlands each autumn is one of Scotland's most iconic sights.

Nicknames for Heather

Heath

Variations

Heath

Famous people named Heather

  • Heather Locklear (actress)

Sibling name ideas

FraserIslaRowanFlora

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FloraFlowerFionaFair or whiteIslaislandRowanlittle redheadAignéisPure; holyAinsleeFrom one's own meadowAithneFireAiveenRadiant beauty

Themes

NatureGentleVintage
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