What Does the Name Heather Mean
The name Heather comes from English roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Heather below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Heather Name Meaning
EnglishFrom the English word heather for the variety of small shrubs with pink or white flowers which commonly grow in rocky areas. It is derived from Middle English hather. It was first used as a given name in the...
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What does the name Heather mean?
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