Heath
Heath is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Heathland; one who lives on a heath or uncultivated wasteland.
Origin and history
Heath is a masculine given name derived from an Old English surname originally describing someone who lived on a heath, a tract of uncultivated land covered with low shrubs. It gained popularity as a independent given name in the United States during the late 20th century. Today, it remains a steady choice with classic, nature-inspired roots.
Popularity in the United States
29,523 babies in the United States have been named Heath since 1880. It ranks #683 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #864.
States where it is most popular
- TX (10 %)
- OH (6.6 %)
- CA (6.1 %)
- PA (4.6 %)
- AL (3.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 45 |
| 1920-1930 | 83 |
| 1930-1940 | 40 |
| 1940-1950 | 63 |
| 1950-1960 | 52 |
| 1960-1970 | 2,101 |
| 1970-1980 | 10,814 |
| 1980-1990 | 6,519 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,219 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,631 |
| 2010-2019 | 2,483 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,473 |
Famous people named Heath
- Heath Ledger: Actor
- Heath Miller: Athlete, Football Player
- Heath Shuler: Athlete, Politician
Fun facts
- It was originally a Middle English surname given to individuals dwelling near open, uncultivated scrubland.
- The name saw increased attention in the late 1960s partly due to the character Heath Barkley on the TV Western 'The Big Valley'.