Henry
Henry first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 2025, when 12,020 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 12,020.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Henry popular?
Near its peak Henry is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 68,047 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 92,585 | |
| 2000s | 42,760 | |
| 1990s | 25,249 | |
| 1980s | 20,728 | |
| 1970s | 23,511 | |
| 1960s | 39,134 | |
| 1950s | 62,230 | |
| 1940s | 72,488 | |
| 1930s | 70,419 | |
| 1920s | 104,552 | |
| 1910s | 79,667 | |
| 1900s | 21,772 | |
| 1890s | 21,664 | |
| 1880s | 24,139 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Henry mean?
Henry is a Germanic name meaning “home ruler,” from heim (“home”) and ric (“ruler”). It has been borne by eight English kings.
Nicknames for Henry
- Harry
- Hank
- Hal
Variants & spellings
- Henri
- Enrique
- Heinrich
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Henry mean?
Henry means Home ruler. Henry is a Germanic name meaning “home ruler,” from heim (“home”) and ric (“ruler”). It has been borne by eight English kings.
What is the origin of the name Henry?
Henry is of Germanic origin.
How do you pronounce Henry?
Henry is pronounced “HEN-ree.”
Is Henry a boy or a girl name?
Henry is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Henry a popular name right now?
Henry is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name Henry?
In 2025, Henry ranked #5 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Henry most popular?
Henry was most popular in 2025, when about 12,020 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Henry?
Common nicknames for Henry include Harry, Hank, Hal.
What names are similar to Henry?
Names similar to Henry include Theodore, Arthur, Edward, George.
What names go well with Henry?
Germanic names that pair well with Henry include Robert, William, Charles, Emma, Amelia.