Gordon Heard

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Gordon Heard — great hill
156K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Gordon Heard is a name that combines Scottish origins. The first name Gordon is a masculine given name of Scottish origin. Gordon () is a masculine given name in the English language. The name is derived from the Scottish surname Gordon. It is uncertain if this surname originated from a place name in Scotland or in France. The Gordon in Berwickshire, where the family who bore the surname held lands in the 12th century, is of uncertain etymology. It is also possible that this place name was named after settlers from France, who were named after a like-named place in Normandy. The surname Heard: People with the surname Albert Heard (1833–1890), American merchant, diplomat and author Alexander Heard (1917–2009), American chancellor Alexander S. Heard, American editor and author Amber Heard (born 1986), American actress Andreao Heard, American record producer and songwriter also known as "Fanatic" Andrew Heard (1958–1993), British artist Ann Heard (1770–1797), English actress Anneliese Heard (born 1981), Welsh triathlete Augustine Heard (1785–1868), American businessman Augustine Heard II (1827–1905), American diplomat Ben Heard, Australian environmental consultant and nuclear power adv. Gordon is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 156K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Gordon reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Gordon

Meaning: great hill

Scottish

Gordon () is a masculine given name in the English language. The name is derived from the Scottish surname Gordon. It is uncertain if this surname originated from a place name in Scotland or in France. The Gordon in Berwickshire, where the family who bore the surname held lands in the 12th century, is of uncertain etymology. It is also possible that this place name was named after settlers from France, who were named after a like-named place in Normandy.

Surname: Heard

Welsh

People with the surname Albert Heard (1833–1890), American merchant, diplomat and author Alexander Heard (1917–2009), American chancellor Alexander S. Heard, American editor and author Amber Heard (born 1986), American actress Andreao Heard, American record producer and songwriter also known as "Fanatic" Andrew Heard (1958–1993), British artist Ann Heard (1770–1797), English actress Anneliese Heard (born 1981), Welsh triathlete Augustine Heard (1785–1868), American businessman Augustine Heard II (1827–1905), American diplomat Ben Heard, Australian environmental consultant and nuclear power adv.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Gordon is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Gordon by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Gordon Heard

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Gordon Heard:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Gordon?
The first name Gordon originates from Scottish. Gordon () is a masculine given name in the English language. The name is derived from the Scottish surname Gordon. It is uncertain if this surname originated from a place name in Scotland or in France. The Gordon in Berwickshire, where the family who bore the surname held lands in the 12th century, is of uncertain etymology. It is also possible that this place name was named after settlers from France, who were named after a like-named place in Normandy.
When was Gordon most popular?
The name Gordon reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Heard?
The surname Heard originates from Welsh. People with the surname Albert Heard (1833–1890), American merchant, diplomat and author Alexander Heard (1917–2009), American chancellor Alexander S. Heard, American editor and author Amber Heard (born 1986), American actress Andreao Heard, American record producer and songwriter also known as "Fanatic" Andrew Heard (1958–1993), British artist Ann Heard (1770–1797), English actress Anneliese Heard (born 1981), Welsh triathlete Augustine Heard (1785–1868), American businessman Augustine Heard II (1827–1905), American diplomat Ben Heard, Australian environmental consultant and nuclear power adv.
What are the origins of the name Gordon Heard?
The name Gordon Heard combines two different traditions: the first name Gordon has Scottish roots, while the surname Heard originates from Welsh.
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