Rising since 2006, #6,325 for girls today.
Popularity of Heer since 2004
Babies named Heer per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 45 |
| 2010s | 149 |
| 2020s | 78 |
Meaning & origin
Heer first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2004, a reflection of growing South Asian diaspora influence. Its popularity has been rising since 2006, with a peak in 2015, though it remains rare nationally: as of 2025, it ranked 6,325 with about 1 in every 89,293 newborns receiving the name. The name carries the weight of the tragic romance of Heer Ranjha, a cornerstone of Punjabi literature. While still uncommon, its trajectory suggests steady adoption among families seeking a name with cultural resonance and lyrical simplicity.
Heer is a name from the Punjabi and Sindhi folk romance of Heer Ranjha, composed by Waris Shah in the 18th century. The name itself is of uncertain meaning but is traditionally understood as 'beloved' or 'sweetheart' in the context of the epic. It has been used as a given name primarily in South Asian communities, especially among Sikhs and Muslims.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Hir
Sibling names for Heer
Names that share Heer's style, for a brother or sister.
