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Heir

Pronunciation: [ EHR ]

Boy Name #6,803 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Heir is a boy name, recorded for 13 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced EHR.

Parents who love the name Heir often also consider Helen, Henrietta, Hettie .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #6,803
Total SSA Count: 13

Alternative Spellings

Heitor #2562 Heinrich #4138

Similar Names

Helen Henrietta Hettie Helena Hester Helene Henry Hedwig

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Frequently Asked Questions About Heir

Is Heir a boy or girl name?

Heir is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Heir?

Heir is pronounced EHR.

How popular is the name Heir?

Heir is currently ranked #6803 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Is Heir a common or rare name?

Heir is an uncommon name, ranked #6803 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Heir

Heir is a boy name .

Heir is currently ranked #6,803 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Heir include Heitor, Heinrich . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.