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Heidi

HEYE-dee

Heidi (name) means a feminine given name of German and Swiss origin, a diminutive of Adelheid, meaning "noble.". Example: “Heidi grew up in a small Alpine village.”

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A feminine given name of German and Swiss origin, a diminutive of Adelheid, meaning "noble."

"Heidi grew up in a small Alpine village."

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Etymology

From Swiss German Heidi, a pet form of Adelheid, equivalent of English Adelaide and Alice. The name became internationally popular due to the children's book Heidi (1880).

Origin: English

Synonyms

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Hei Adelaide Adelheid Heidie Heidy

Related words

Adelaide Alison Della Ada Alicia Adele aline

Rhymes for Heidi

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Heidi” mean?

The word “Heidi” means a feminine given name of German and Swiss origin, a diminutive of Adelheid, meaning "noble.".

How do you pronounce “Heidi”?

“Heidi” is pronounced HEYE-dee (/ˈhaɪdi/ in IPA).

How do you use “Heidi” in a sentence?

Here is “Heidi” used in a sentence: “Heidi grew up in a small Alpine village.”

What part of speech is “Heidi”?

“Heidi” is a name.

Is “Heidi” a common word?

“Heidi” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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