Hiedi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Hiedi has German origins as a diminutive of Adelaide, meaning noble kind. It evolved from the name Adelaide to Heidi and then to Hiedi. The name gained popularity through literature in the 19th century and is often associated with positive traits. It has no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hiedi"
Pronunciation
/ˈhaɪdi/
Origin
German
Etymology
The name Hiedi is a diminutive form of the name Adelaide, which is derived from the Germanic elements 'adal' meaning 'noble' and 'heid' meaning 'kind' or 'type'.
Meaning
noble kind
Language Evolution
Adelaide, Heidi
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly due to Johanna Spyri's children's book 'Heidi', published in 1880, which introduced the character of a young girl living in the Swiss Alps.
Variants & Derivatives
Heidi, Hedy, Adelaide
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Hiedi is often associated with a wholesome, adventurous spirit, largely due to its literary connections and is perceived positively in contemporary culture.
Famous People
Heidi Klum, Heidi Montag
📊 Hiedi Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Hiedi Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 56 peak births in 1979
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hiedi"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Hiedi"
"Hiedi" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5999th of 12526 | 76 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2279th of 19264 | 576 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4782nd of 27321 | 295 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 14193rd of 35406 | 86 |
Regional Popularity of "Hiedi" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Hiedi" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
95.27% 2798th/2937 |
- | - |
49.93% 2019th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
74.56% 4710th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Hiedi"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hiedi" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Hiedi" in the United States
The name Hiedi is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Hiedi has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Hiedi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5999th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2279th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4782nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14193rd out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Hiedi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.