Katherine vs Heather
Comparing Katherine and Heather? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Katherine ranks in the Top 250 tier and traces to Greek naming roots (meaning "Pure"). Heather sits in the Top 250 tier with English origins (meaning "Flowering plant").
Katherine
- Meaning: Pure
- Origin: Greek
- Popularity (2026): Top 250
- Full Katherine name page
Heather
- Meaning: Flowering plant
- Origin: English
- Popularity (2026): Top 250
- Full Heather name page
Which name is more popular: Katherine or Heather?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Katherine ranks higher (Top 250) than Heather (Top 250).