Henri
Henri first appears in US records in 1885. It peaked in 2021, when 149 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 95.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Henri popular?
Rising Henri has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 727 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 1,031 | |
| 2000s | 701 | |
| 1990s | 449 | |
| 1980s | 317 | |
| 1970s | 289 | |
| 1960s | 334 | |
| 1950s | 360 | |
| 1940s | 269 | |
| 1930s | 269 | |
| 1920s | 309 | |
| 1910s | 217 | |
| 1900s | 29 | |
| 1890s | 8 | |
| 1880s | 19 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Henri mean?
Henri is the French form of Henry, “home ruler.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Henri mean?
Henri means Home ruler. Henri is the French form of Henry, “home ruler.”
What is the origin of the name Henri?
Henri is of French origin.
How do you pronounce Henri?
Henri is pronounced “ahn-REE.”
Is Henri a boy or a girl name?
Henri is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Henri a popular name right now?
Henri has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Henri?
In 2025, Henri ranked #1714 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Henri most popular?
Henri was most popular in 2021, when about 149 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Henri?
Names similar to Henri include Augustin, Etienne, Maxime, Timothee, Aurele.
What names go well with Henri?
French names that pair well with Henri include Amy, Paul, Charlotte, Louise, Roy.