Henry vs Mary
Henry
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Ruler of the home
Peak: 1881 (2.16%)
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Henry | Mary |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 2.06% | 7.24% |
| 1890 | 1.96% | 5.99% |
| 1900 | 1.61% | 5.26% |
| 1910 | 1.39% | 5.44% |
| 1920 | 1.03% | 5.71% |
| 1930 | 0.76% | 5.50% |
| 1940 | 0.57% | 4.76% |
| 1950 | 0.38% | 3.72% |
| 1960 | 0.23% | 2.48% |
| 1970 | 0.16% | 1.05% |
| 1980 | 0.11% | 0.64% |
| 1990 | 0.10% | 0.42% |
| 2000 | 0.15% | 0.31% |
FAQ
Is Henry or Mary more popular?
Mary has historically been more popular. Henry peaked in 1881 while Mary peaked in 1880.
What do Henry and Mary mean?
Henry means "Ruler of the home" while Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child".