Heather vs Mary
Heather
Gender: boy
Origin: English
Meaning: Flowering heath plant
Peak: 1975 (1.56%)
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Heather | Mary |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | - | 7.24% |
| 1890 | - | 5.99% |
| 1900 | - | 5.26% |
| 1910 | - | 5.44% |
| 1920 | - | 5.71% |
| 1930 | - | 5.50% |
| 1940 | 0.01% | 4.76% |
| 1950 | 0.02% | 3.72% |
| 1960 | 0.05% | 2.48% |
| 1970 | 0.80% | 1.05% |
| 1980 | 1.12% | 0.64% |
| 1990 | 0.69% | 0.42% |
| 2000 | 0.13% | 0.31% |
FAQ
Is Heather or Mary more popular?
Mary has historically been more popular. Heather peaked in 1975 while Mary peaked in 1880.
What do Heather and Mary mean?
Heather means "Flowering heath plant" while Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child".