Heir
Boy nameHeir has been given to 72 babies in the U.S. since 2019. It peaked in 2020. In 2025, about 1 in 170,808 boys was named Heir.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
72
Peak year
2020 (13 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
2019
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Heir — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Heir.
Sibling name ideas for Heir
Same era and popularity as Heir, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Heir?
Heir has been given to 72 babies in the U.S. since 2019. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Heir peak?
Heir peaked in 2020, when 13 babies were given the name.
Is Heir a girl or boy name?
Heir is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Heir are boys).
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