Boy

Henry

HEN-ree

Top 10 → Stable

✦ Meaning

“From Germanic 'Heimirich,' combining 'heim' (home) and 'ric' (ruler). A regal name borne by eight English kings and countless historical figures, representing stability and leadership.”

Popularity Over Time

Henry US popularity rank over timeRank 145 in 1994 to rank 6 in 2024. Lower rank numbers are more popular.#6#76#1451900192019401960198020002024

Currently ranked #6 in the United States.

Origin

GermanicOld English

Syllables

2

Nicknames

HankHarryHal

Style

ClassicStrongTimelessElegant

Famous Bearers

  • Prince Henry
  • Henry James
  • Henry Ford

Collections

Old Money Names → Royal Names → Two Syllables →

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Oliver

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Charles

Germanic Top 100

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Aramaic Top 50

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People Also Ask

From Germanic 'Heimirich,' combining 'heim' (home) and 'ric' (ruler). A regal name borne by eight English kings and countless historical figures, representing stability and leadership.

Henry is currently ranked #6 in the United States. Usage has stayed pretty consistent over the past decade.

Popular nicknames for Henry include Hank, Harry, Hal.

Names that pair beautifully with Henry include Harrison, Oliver, Arthur, Charles, Thomas.