Heaven Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationHEH-vuhn / /ˈhɛv.ən/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: paradise; Hebrew: a place of divine presence
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Heaven is derived from the English word for the celestial realm. In various cultures, heaven is often associated with peace, purity, and the afterlife. The name has gained popularity in modern times, particularly in the United States, as a given name for girls. It reflects a trend towards nature-inspired and ethereal names.
Trend Summary
Heaven has seen a rise in popularity as a baby name in the United States, particularly in the 21st century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Heavyn
- Heavenly
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Heaven was first seen in the United States in 1971. Heaven has ranked as high as #483 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in Texas, California, New York, Florida, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Heaven has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Heaven (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 83 | |
| CA | 66 | |
| NY | 45 | |
| FL | 40 | |
| GA | 33 | |
| NC | 28 | |
| PA | 24 | |
| OH | 23 | |
| SC | 23 | |
| LA | 20 | |
| TN | 20 | |
| NJ | 15 | |
| AZ | 15 | |
| MD | 14 | |
| MA | 13 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 13 |
| 1974 | 35 |
| 1975 | 37 |
| 1976 | 44 |
| 1977 | 28 |
| 1978 | 27 |
| 1979 | 39 |
| 1980 | 35 |
| 1981 | 24 |
| 1982 | 19 |
| 1983 | 17 |
| 1984 | 24 |
| 1985 | 29 |
| 1986 | 85 |
| 1987 | 104 |
| 1988 | 131 |
| 1989 | 166 |
| 1990 | 230 |
| 1991 | 266 |
| 1992 | 259 |
| 1993 | 269 |
| 1994 | 357 |
| 1995 | 417 |
| 1996 | 389 |
| 1997 | 531 |
| 1998 | 808 |
| 1999 | 721 |
| 2000 | 903 |
| 2001 | 1,065 |
| 2002 | 1,135 |
| 2003 | 1,192 |
| 2004 | 1,211 |
| 2005 | 1,334 |
| 2006 | 1,348 |
| 2007 | 1,300 |
| 2008 | 1,248 |
| 2009 | 1,208 |
| 2010 | 992 |
| 2011 | 991 |
| 2012 | 1,002 |
| 2013 | 997 |
| 2014 | 1,002 |
| 2015 | 951 |
| 2016 | 1,006 |
| 2017 | 968 |
| 2018 | 834 |
| 2019 | 748 |
| 2020 | 724 |
| 2021 | 640 |
| 2022 | 637 |
| 2023 | 591 |
| 2024 | 645 |