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But I was born in 1976, so it is extremely common in my age group. :-/ I didn't grow up with a huge number of Heathers, but now I'm one of 4 in my workplace, and I've been Heather S. for the most part since I can remember. That's always been the huge thing I disliked about my name, plus the "bimbo" stereotype, but since it's such a common name, most people don't seem to have that stereotype in mind anymore. I do love that 99% of people I meet can spell my name easily and tons of people tell me how 'pretty' it is (or that their friend/sister/daughter/granddaughter, etc. is named Heather :b). I didn't come to fully appreciate it until I was in my early 20s, I don't think. I love that it's the name of a flower, color, and fragrance and I love the sound of it now. I'm also glad I don't have a common mn as well (took me even longer to appreciate my mn--Georgette), so at least I have that to set me apart a bit. So, from a fellow Heather, yes the name has its flaws, but it's a lovely name. ;)