Heath Name Meaning & Origin

/Heath/

Heath is most likely a name of British origin.

This analysis is AI-assisted and may contain errors. It is not individually reviewed by an onomast. Check important details against reliable sources or a qualified researcher. Analysis generated on June 20, 2025.

Name Origin

English origin, derived from Old English 'hēah' meaning 'high' or 'from the heath' referring to someone who lived near a heathland.

Name Ethnicity & Nationality

These estimates show the cultural and national origins most closely associated with this name. They describe the name, not an individual's identity.

  • Flag of British
    British (Caucasian) 60%
  • Flag of American
    American (Caucasian) 30%
  • Flag of Australian
    Australian (Caucasian) 10%

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Name Details

  • First Name: Heath
  • Name Order: Western
  • Gender: Male

In 2025, 253 boys in the US were named Heath.

Growth of the name Heath in the US (SSA Data):

Heath Numerology

Numerology is provided for entertainment only and is not scientific.

Soul Urge Number: 6

People with this name tend to be: Nurturing, responsible and family-oriented.

Sources & Methodology

US popularity data comes from the Social Security Administration. Origin and ethnicity estimates are generated from name patterns and cultural distributions using AI-assisted analysis.

These results are estimates, not definitive genealogical findings. Learn more about our methodology.

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