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Henry

BoyGerman/HEN-ree/· Hen-ry (2)

Meaning: ruler of the home

Origin & Etymology of Henry

The name Henry comes from the Old High German name 'Heimirich', which is composed of the elements 'heim' meaning home and 'ric' meaning ruler. It has been used in various forms across Europe since the Middle Ages.

Henry has consistently been a popular name in many English-speaking countries, often ranking in the top 100 names for boys.

Variants of Henry

Henri, Heinrich, Enrico, Henrick, Harry

Famous People Named Henry

Henry VIII of England, Henry Ford, Henry David Thoreau, Henry Kissinger

Numerology

Henry is associated with the number 7 in numerology.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Henry

What does the name Henry mean?

Henry means "ruler of the home". It is of German origin.

Is Henry a boy or girl name?

Henry is traditionally a boy's name.

What are variants of Henry?

Common variants include Henri, Heinrich, Enrico, Henrick, Harry.

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