Heidi Tedford

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Heidi Tedford — nobility
136K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Heidi Tedford is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Heidi is a feminine given name of Germanic origin. Heidi is a Germanic feminine given name. It became an internationally popular first name as a direct result of the Swiss children's book, Heidi. It can sometimes be an affectionate diminutive of the name Adelheid (the German form of the English Adelaide), which means "nobility" or, more loosely, "of noble birth". The name began to be used in the English-speaking world shortly after the 1937 Shirley Temple movie adaptation of the novel. In German-speaking countries, Heidi is also used as a diminutive for other names, such as Heidrun, Heidelinde, and Heidemarie. The surname Tedford: Surname Alfred Tedford (1877–1942), Irish rugby player James Tedford (1884–c.1949), American veteran and victim of the Bennington Triangle Jeff Tedford (born 1961), American football coach Mark Tedford (born 1969), American politician Richard H. Tedford (1929–2011), American curator Travis Tedford (born 1988), American actor William H. Tedford (1844–1917), American judge; namesake of the W.H. Tedford House Tedford H. Cann (1897–1963), American swimmer Heidi is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 136K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Heidi reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Heidi

Meaning: nobility

Germanic

Heidi is a Germanic feminine given name. It became an internationally popular first name as a direct result of the Swiss children's book, Heidi. It can sometimes be an affectionate diminutive of the name Adelheid (the German form of the English Adelaide), which means "nobility" or, more loosely, "of noble birth". The name began to be used in the English-speaking world shortly after the 1937 Shirley Temple movie adaptation of the novel. In German-speaking countries, Heidi is also used as a diminutive for other names, such as Heidrun, Heidelinde, and Heidemarie.

Surname: Tedford

Irish

Surname Alfred Tedford (1877–1942), Irish rugby player James Tedford (1884–c.1949), American veteran and victim of the Bennington Triangle Jeff Tedford (born 1961), American football coach Mark Tedford (born 1969), American politician Richard H. Tedford (1929–2011), American curator Travis Tedford (born 1988), American actor William H. Tedford (1844–1917), American judge; namesake of the W.H. Tedford House Tedford H. Cann (1897–1963), American swimmer

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Heidi 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 Heidi by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Heidi Tedford

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 Heidi Tedford:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Heidi?
The first name Heidi originates from Germanic. Heidi is a Germanic feminine given name. It became an internationally popular first name as a direct result of the Swiss children's book, Heidi. It can sometimes be an affectionate diminutive of the name Adelheid (the German form of the English Adelaide), which means "nobility" or, more loosely, "of noble birth". The name began to be used in the English-speaking world shortly after the 1937 Shirley Temple movie adaptation of the novel. In German-speaking countries, Heidi is also used as a diminutive for other names, such as Heidrun, Heidelinde, and Heidemarie.
When was Heidi most popular?
The name Heidi reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Tedford?
The surname Tedford originates from Irish. Surname Alfred Tedford (1877–1942), Irish rugby player James Tedford (1884–c.1949), American veteran and victim of the Bennington Triangle Jeff Tedford (born 1961), American football coach Mark Tedford (born 1969), American politician Richard H. Tedford (1929–2011), American curator Travis Tedford (born 1988), American actor William H. Tedford (1844–1917), American judge; namesake of the W.H. Tedford House Tedford H. Cann (1897–1963), American swimmer
What are the origins of the name Heidi Tedford?
The name Heidi Tedford combines two different traditions: the first name Heidi has Germanic roots, while the surname Tedford originates from Irish.
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