Heath
he(a)-th
US Popularity:2196
Origin:British
Meaning:Level, uncultivated land; Plant species
The English masculine name Heath was once a title used for someone who lived on or near a heath or a piece of “level, uncultivated land.” Heath is also the name of a species of plant with narrow leaves and long-lasting flowers. A famous figure who bore this name was actor Heath Ledger, known for his wide range of roles in movies like 10 Things I Hate About You, A Knight’s Tale, and The Dark Knight. If your little one is destined to love the wilderness and grow up amongst the flowers and fields, they’ll love the name Heath. They might also be inspired by their actor namesake and find their way to the big screen.
Famous People Named Heath
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Heath LedgerActor
How Popular Is The Name Heath?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Heath is currently #1783 on The Bump
Boy:Heath is currently #994 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Heath is currently #2196 in U.S. births
Boy:Heath is currently #1059 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#1059
in 2023
- 196
from 2022
Sources
House of Names, Heath History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Behind the Name, Heath, February 2020
Britannica, heath, plant, April 2020
IMDb, Heath Ledger
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