Heath Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationheeth / /hiːθ/English; Old English
Meaning
English: heathland; Old English: a place where heather grows
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Heath has its roots in Old English, referring to an area of uncultivated land covered with heather. It has been used as a surname before becoming popular as a given name. The name evokes images of natural landscapes and has been associated with rural settings. It gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Heath has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the late 20th century.
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Famous people named Heath
Heath Ledger was an Australian actor known for his roles in films such as 'Brokeback Mountain' and 'The Dark Knight'.
Heath Bell is a former American professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball.
Heath Slater is an American professional wrestler known for his time in WWE.
Heath McNease is an American musician and rapper recognized for his unique blend of hip-hop and folk music.
Fictional characters named Heath
Heath is a character in the animated series 'The Lion Guard', serving as a member of the Lion Guard.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Heath was first seen in the United States in 1913. Heath has ranked as high as #369 nationally, which occurred in 1974, and has been most popular in Ohio, California, Pennsylvania, Alabama, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Heath has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Heath (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 32 | |
| TX | 22 | |
| PA | 19 | |
| NC | 14 | |
| FL | 13 | |
| TN | 12 | |
| NY | 12 | |
| WA | 11 | |
| OH | 11 | |
| IN | 9 | |
| MN | 8 | |
| UT | 8 | |
| VA | 8 | |
| MO | 7 | |
| GA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 9 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1917 | 14 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1920 | 19 |
| 1921 | 13 |
| 1922 | 13 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1936 | 7 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1948 | 10 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1952 | 10 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1955 | 10 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1960 | 11 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1965 | 37 |
| 1966 | 433 |
| 1967 | 516 |
| 1968 | 548 |
| 1969 | 524 |
| 1970 | 756 |
| 1971 | 1,053 |
| 1972 | 1,234 |
| 1973 | 1,072 |
| 1974 | 1,249 |
| 1975 | 1,204 |
| 1976 | 1,151 |
| 1977 | 1,075 |
| 1978 | 1,022 |
| 1979 | 998 |
| 1980 | 906 |
| 1981 | 790 |
| 1982 | 709 |
| 1983 | 652 |
| 1984 | 640 |
| 1985 | 593 |
| 1986 | 566 |
| 1987 | 576 |
| 1988 | 552 |
| 1989 | 535 |
| 1990 | 457 |
| 1991 | 390 |
| 1992 | 350 |
| 1993 | 363 |
| 1994 | 372 |
| 1995 | 293 |
| 1996 | 261 |
| 1997 | 259 |
| 1998 | 268 |
| 1999 | 206 |
| 2000 | 187 |
| 2001 | 216 |
| 2002 | 275 |
| 2003 | 255 |
| 2004 | 288 |
| 2005 | 242 |
| 2006 | 267 |
| 2007 | 221 |
| 2008 | 324 |
| 2009 | 356 |
| 2010 | 295 |
| 2011 | 250 |
| 2012 | 244 |
| 2013 | 249 |
| 2014 | 231 |
| 2015 | 270 |
| 2016 | 251 |
| 2017 | 242 |
| 2018 | 224 |
| 2019 | 227 |
| 2020 | 215 |
| 2021 | 233 |
| 2022 | 280 |
| 2023 | 206 |
| 2024 | 284 |