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Henry

Ruler of the home · pronounced HEN-ree

Meaning

Henry is a english name meaning “Ruler of the home”.

History

From the Germanic Heimirich, home ruler, carried by eight English kings. Steady for a millennium, it has enjoyed a fresh wave of popularity thanks to its friendly, timeless sound.

Popularity

Ranked #30 in 2026 · up 80 places since 1996

Lower is more popular. Ranks are illustrative directory data.