Henry

Boy#8 in 2023

Ruler of the home

Origin

Germanic

Meaning

Ruler of the home

Popularity

#8

in United States (2023)

About the Name Henry

Royal name borne by eight English kings.

Variations of Henry

HankHarryHalHenHenrikHenriEnriqueHeinrich

Famous People Named Henry

King Henry VIII, Henry Ford, Henry Cavill (actor), Henry David Thoreau (writer), Hank Aaron (baseball)

More Germanic Boy Names

William

Resolute protector

Charles

Free man

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Bright fame

Names Similar to Henry

Hendrix

Hector

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Achary

Alvery

Aubery

Frequently Asked Questions about Henry

What does the name Henry mean?

Ruler of the home

What is the origin of Henry?

Henry is of Germanic origin.

How popular is the name Henry?

Henry is ranked #8 in popularity for male names in 2023. This makes it a very popular choice for parents.

Is Henry a boy or girl name?

Henry is traditionally a boy's name.

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