Heidemarie is a rare and unique feminine given name of German origin. It is composed of two elements: "Heide", which means "heath" or "moorland", and "Maria", derived from the Latin name Maria, meaning "sea of bitter" or "rebellious". Thus, the name Heidemarie can be interpreted as "of the heath" or "rebellious moor".
The name Heidemarie is believed to have been created during the 19th century in Germany. It was not a traditional given name but rather an invention of poets and writers who sought to create unique and romantic-sounding names for their characters. One notable example is the German poet Eduard Mörike, who used the name Heidemarie in his collection of poems "Maler Nolten" published in 1832.
Despite its poetic origins, Heidemarie has not gained widespread popularity as a given name. It remains relatively unknown and uncommon, even within Germany. However, those who bear this name are often drawn to its unique sound and meaning, which evoke images of wild, natural beauty and rebellion against societal norms.
In summary, Heidemarie is a rare German feminine given name with poetic origins. Its meaning combines the elements of "heath" or "moorland" and "rebellious", making it a unique choice for those seeking an unusual yet meaningful name.
Statistics on the given name Heidemarie show a varied pattern of usage in the United States from 1957 to 1972. Here's an overview:
From 1957 to 1966, there were fluctuations in the number of newborns named Heidemarie each year:
- In 1957, there were 5 births.
- The number increased to 10 in 1958 and peaked at 11 in 1959.
- After that, it decreased to 8 births in 1960, then rose again to 10 in 1961.
- However, it dropped to 7 births in 1962, followed by another increase to 9 in 1964.
- The usage of the name Heidemarie then stabilized at around 5 births per year from 1965 to 1966.
After a gap of three years with no recorded births named Heidemarie (from 1967 to 1969), there was another spike:
- In 1969, there were 8 births.
- This was followed by a decline to 6 births each in 1970 and 1971.
- The number of newborns named Heidemarie then remained at 6 births per year for the last recorded year, which is 1972.
In total, over these fifteen years (1957 to 1972), there were 100 newborns named Heidemarie in the United States.