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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Noble one (pet form of Adelheid)
- Origin
- German (Swiss pet form)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- HY-dee
Heidi is a German pet form of Adelheid, carrying the meaning "noble one," and it's pronounced HY-dee. It has the warm, familiar feel of a name that's been around for generations without ever sounding old-fashioned.
Meaning & Origin of Heidi
Meaning: Noble one (pet form of Adelheid).
Origin: German (Swiss pet form).
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Heidi
HY-deeIPA /ˈhaɪdi/
Popularity of Heidi
Heidi peaked at #60 in 1974, when 4,683 baby girls were given the name, and has since settled to #345 in 2024 with 901 babies — still very much in use, just far from its 1970s high.
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FAQ
What does the name Heidi mean?
Noble one (pet form of Adelheid). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Heidi?
Heidi is pronounced HY-dee (IPA: /ˈhaɪdi/).
Is Heidi a popular name right now?
Heidi peaked at #60 in 1974 and is ranked #345 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1929–2024.)
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