Heather

Female

Meaning

Heather Plant

Origin

Celtic

Pronunciation

/ˈhiðər/

Traits associated with the name Heather:

Dogs named Heather tend to be loving, affectionate, and good-natured. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, beauty, and empathy.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Heather?

Naming your dog Heather may suggest that you have a strong connection to the name, either because it is a family name or because you simply like the sound of it. It may also suggest that you are a creative person who likes to think outside the box when it comes to naming things.

Is Heather a good dog name?

Heather has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Heather isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

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Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Heather is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Heather was, in the past month, the 1250th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of April 2024, Heather is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Heather was viewed 43 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Heather's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Heather is most adored in Alabama, North Dakota and Delaware.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Ohio, North Carolina and District of Columbia.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Heather.

Most popular breeds named Heather:

  1. German Shepherd
  2. Labrador Retriever
  3. Scottish Terrier
  4. Chihuahua
  5. Golden Retriever

Heather is found in these categories:

flower dog names
flower

Heather refers to a plant known for its small, pinkish-purple blooms, making it a botanical-inspired canine moniker.

brown dog names
brown

Heather plants often sport earthy, warm hues, just like these pups!

nature dog names
nature

Heather refers to a plant commonly found in moorlands, symbolizing outdoors and wilderness.

Dog names like Heather:

The Hazel Tree
Plant With Red Berries
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Flower, Bloom
Meadow Flower
Day's eye. The petals of a daisy open during the day, revealing its yellow centers, and then close at night.
Heather dog name meaning

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