Heather
Meaning: Contemporary name
Origin: Modern American
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #165
Total births: 2,889
History: Heather peaked in the 1970s in Australia, connecting to Scottish heritage. The heather plant doesn't grow naturally in Australia, but the Scottish connection runs deep. Heather represents the Scottish-Australian tradition.
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Look at the data
Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (1986) | #97 |
| Babies named Heather in 1986 | 77 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 2,889 |
| Peak year | 1955 (211 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #44 |
| Years in records | 1952–1986 (21 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Heather
What does the name Heather mean?
Heather means “Contemporary name” from Modern American roots.
What is the origin of the name Heather?
Heather has Modern American origin. The traditional meaning is “Contemporary name”.
How popular is Heather in Australia?
Heather ranked #97 in Australia in 1986 — given to 77 babies that year.
When was Heather most popular?
Heather peaked in 1955 with 211 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Heather a boy or girl name?
Heather is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Heathers in registered births are female.
How long has Heather been recorded in Australia?
Heather appears in birth records in Australia across 21 years — from 1952 through 1986.