Name Profile
Henry
“Home ruler” — German
BoyGerman2 syllablesCurrent rank #6 (2024)
About Henry
Steeped in history and charm, Henry is a German boy's name meaning "home ruler." This beloved classic strikes the perfect balance between royal heritage and friendly, everyday appeal.
Quick Facts
GenderBoy
OriginGerman
Syllables2
Nicknames for Henry
HenHeny
Popularity in the U.S.
Henry ranks #6 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 11,547 births..
Henry popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Henry had 11,547 births in 2024.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 10,177 | #29 |
| 2016 | 10,383 | #22 |
| 2017 | 10,469 | #18 |
| 2018 | 10,698 | #16 |
| 2019 | 10,737 | #12 |
| 2020 | 10,705 | #9 |
| 2021 | 11,367 | #9 |
| 2022 | 11,270 | #7 |
| 2023 | 10,988 | #8 |
| 2024 | 11,547 | #6 |
Middle Name Ideas
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Henry mean?
Henry is commonly linked to the meaning Home ruler and is associated with German roots.
Is Henry a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Henry ranks #6 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 11,547 births..
What are common nicknames for Henry?
Popular nicknames include Hen, Heny.