Heidi
Heidi: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈhaɪdi/
Meaning and origin of Heidi
- A female given name from the Germanic languages.
Etymology
From Swiss German Heidi, a pet form of Adelheid, equivalent of English Adelaide and Alice. The name became internationally popular due to the children's book Heidi (1880).
How popular is Heidi?
Since 1880, 149,326 girls and 361 boys in the U.S. have been named Heidi (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #60 in 1974. Its highest rank for boys was #2174 in 1969. In 2025 it ranked #340 for girls, with 894 babies given the name.
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Heidi FAQ
What does the name Heidi mean?
A female given name from the Germanic languages. From Swiss German Heidi, a pet form of Adelheid, equivalent of English Adelaide and Alice. The name became internationally popular due to the children's book Heidi (1880).
What is the origin of the name Heidi?
Heidi is listed as a name of Germanic origin.
How popular is the name Heidi?
Since 1880, 149,326 girls and 361 boys in the U.S. have been named Heidi (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #60 in 1974. Its highest rank for boys was #2174 in 1969. In 2025 it ranked #340 for girls, with 894 babies given the name.
Is Heidi a boy or girl name?
Heidi is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 149,326 girls and 361 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.