Heera
A girl's name of Sanskrit origin with 72 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Only 72 babies have been named Heera in recorded U.S. history. That level of rarity means your child would almost certainly be the only one in their school, their workplace, and most rooms they walk into — a genuinely one-of-a-kind choice.
In the most recent SSA release, Heera ranks #10538 among U.S. girl names — distinctive enough to stand out.
Heera is a girl's baby name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'diamond.' In South Asian cultures, diamonds represent strength, clarity, and indestructibility — qualities parents wish to bestow on their daughters. The name is popular across India and Pakistan.
Short, sparkling, and instantly meaningful, Heera carries the brilliance of its namesake gem while sounding musical and gentle.
EtymologyShow more
Heera first shows up in U.S. Social Security records in 2002. A twenty-first-century entry, Heera belongs to the newest generation of American names — often coined, blended, or borrowed from international sources.
Its Sanskrit classification suggests a path from sanskrit linguistic traditions into American usage, though the specific route — whether through immigration, literature, or cultural exchange — would require deeper historical research.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Heera climbed 6535 spots in the last 20 years — from #17073 to #10538.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 36 | #11289 | ▲ |
| 2010s | 25 | #14383 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 11 | #15653 | — |
The Story of Heera
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2021, Heera is a fresh, modern favorite. Girls named Heera are most likely born between 2011 and 2024.
How rare is Heera?
Only about 1 in every 400,000 babies born in 2024 was named Heera — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2002, peaked in the 2020s with 36 births that decade.
Heera by the numbers
- Would fill 2 school buses
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(10 years, 2002–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 9 | #10538 |
| 2023 | 11 | #9220 |
| 2022 | 5 | #16210 |
| 2021 | 11 | #9186 |
| 2019 | 5 | #16431 |
| 2018 | 6 | #14467 |
| 2017 | 7 | #13218 |
| 2016 | 7 | #13415 |
| 2004 | 5 | #17073 |
| 2002 | 6 | #14233 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2002–2024