Heiden

“heathen, one who lives on heathland”

Dutch origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#9212US 2023

8Births / yr

↑Rising

37All-time births

📅 Since 201200

What does Heiden mean and where does it come from?

The name Heiden originates from both Dutch and German roots, where it commonly refers to a person who comes from a heathland area or a heathen in religious contexts. The name can be linked historically to nature-related and pastoral communities. Regional variations of the name include Heidner and He

Cultural significance

Heiden has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Dutch-speaking communities, where it reflects values of heathen, one who lives on heathland.

Peak popularity

Reached #9601 in 2013 — currently #9212 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Heiden?

Heiden works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Heiden Grace

How popular is Heiden right now?

Rising fast — up 3824 spots — currently #9212 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2020–2023#9212 · Top 6.8%

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9212	8	▲ up 3824 · +60% births
2022	#13036	5	▼ down 224
2021	#12812	5	▲ up 574
2020	#13386	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Heiden

Best Year2023Rank #9212

Peak Count8

Average Rank#12112

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2020 - 20234 years

The story of Heiden

Heiden is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2012. With 37 total births recorded, Heiden remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #13386 in 2020 to #9212 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Heiden in 2013:

Noah Jacob Liam Mason William

💎Heiden has only 37 total recorded births since 2012 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Heiden?

Common

HeiHeidHeidieHeidyIden

What names sound and feel like Heiden?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Heiden also consider these

Heyden

English · Hay valley

Headen

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Henden

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Zeiden

Arabic · بياض الصقر (bayāḍ

English · God has heard

Leiden

Netherlands · Dutch

Common questions about the name Heiden

What does the name Heiden mean?

Heiden means "heathen, one who lives on heathland" — a name rooted in Dutch tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Heiden?

Heiden is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Heiden have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Heiden?

Heiden originates from Dutch tradition. Dutch names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Heiden trending right now?

Heiden is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Heiden a common or rare name?

Heiden is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.