Henry
Boy NameGermanic
Meaning
Ruler of the home
Origin
Germanic
Peak Year
1881
Peak Popularity
2.16%
Popularity Over Time
1880
2.06%
1890
1.96%
1900
1.61%
1910
1.39%
1920
1.03%
1930
0.76%
1940
0.57%
1950
0.38%
1960
0.23%
1970
0.16%
1980
0.11%
1990
0.10%
2000
0.15%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Henry mean?
Henry means "Ruler of the home" and comes from Germanic origin.
When was Henry most popular?
Henry was most popular in 1881 when 2.16% of babies were given this name.
Is Henry a boy or girl name?
Henry is primarily used as a boy name.