heima

Heima is a word in Icelandic that means "at home" or "home." It is used as an adverbial expression, for example ég er heima meaning "I am at home." The term derives from heim- meaning home or homeland and is related to other Nordic roots such as heimur (world) and heimili (home, residence). In everyday Icelandic, heima conveys the sense of being indoors or at one’s residence.

In popular culture, Heima is best known as the title of a 2007 documentary film by the Icelandic band Sigur Rós. The film follows the group as they return to Iceland for a series of informal concerts and performances across the country, emphasizing themes of home, place, and community. It is noted for its intimate, largely acoustic performances and for its depiction of Icelandic landscapes, towns, and culture rather than a conventional tour narrative.

The word has also been used in other artistic contexts as a title or motif, reflecting its central idea of home or belonging. In Icelandic media and music, heima commonly signals a connection to homeland, memory, or domestic space.

See also: Heim, Home.