Henry
Germanic boy's name meaning “home ruler”
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- Germanic
- Meaning
- home ruler
- Syllables
- 2
- Letters
- 5
- US rank (2023)
- #8
- Born in 2023
- 10,988
Meaning & origin
Henry derives from the Germanic Heimirich, meaning 'home ruler' or 'ruler of the household'. It has been carried by eight English kings.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Henry ranked #8 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
In 2023, 10,988 US boys were given the name Henry.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #6 in 2024
“Unranked” means Henry was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
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Nicknames
Hank, Harry, Hal
Henry: frequently asked questions
What does the name Henry mean?
Henry is a Germanic name meaning "home ruler". Henry derives from the Germanic Heimirich, meaning 'home ruler' or 'ruler of the household'. It has been carried by eight English kings.
Where does the name Henry come from?
Henry is of Germanic origin. Henry derives from the Germanic Heimirich, meaning 'home ruler' or 'ruler of the household'. It has been carried by eight English kings.
Is Henry a boy or a girl name?
Henry is most commonly a boy's name.
How many babies are named Henry?
In 2023, 10,988 US boys were given the name Henry.
Is Henry a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Henry ranked #8 for boys. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
What are common nicknames for Henry?
Common nicknames for Henry include Hank, Harry, Hal.