Henry
We know that your little one will be the king of your castle, so why not give them a name to honor their rightful place at home? The German boy’s name Henry means “home ruler” or "sovereign of the homeland." This name receives its meaning from the Old German name Heimirich, which has inspired many variations, including Henri, Henryk, Hendrikus, Heiko, Enric, and more. From kings to industrialists and celebrities, this name has been shared by many influential people throughout the years, giving baby Henry plenty of people to look up to! Despite its popularity, many of The Bump community say they will never tire of the name Henry, with cherryringpop joking: "It's on my 'just-in-case-the-ultrasound-tech-was-wrong' list."
Fun fact: Prince Harry's (aka the Duke of Sussex) name isn't actually Harry; his real name is Henry Charles Albert David Mountbatten-Windsor!
Famous People Named Henry
- HenryQueen Mary and King George V
- Henry CavillActor
- Henry David ThoreauPhilosopher
- Henry ManciniComposer
- Henry RollinsSinger
- Henry WinklerActor
Common Nicknames for Henry
What’s not to like about the name Henry? We love that it has super-sweet nicknames—and you can find them all below! Whether you’re searching for something soft or playful—or just plain adorable!—you’re going to love the nickname ideas we’ve rounded up for your little one. Take a look at our list of some of the common and cute alternatives for Henry
How Popular Is The Name Henry?
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Behind the Name, Henry, April 2024
Name Doctor, Henry
Online Etymology Dictionary, Henry
IMDb, We Bet You Didn't Know That Prince Harry's Real Name Isn't Harry



























