Boy name
Henry name meaning
“ruler of the household”
Henry is a masculine name meaning “ruler of the household”, the English form of a Germanic name. It combines heim, meaning “home”, and rīc, meaning “ruler” or “power”. Henri is the related French form, connecting the two spellings through the same Germanic name origin.
What does Henry mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Henry
The English form of a Germanic name combining heim ‘home’ and rīc ‘ruler, power’. Henri is the related French form.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Name combinations with Henry
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Henry, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Henry as a first name
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Henry Yordan
Interpretation
A picture of a household ruler whose life resembles a descending stream.Meaning of each word
- Henry: ruler of the household
- Yordan: that which flows down
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Henry Rufinus
Interpretation
A picture of a household ruler with reddish colored hair.Meaning of each word
- Henry: ruler of the household
- Rufinus: reddish, red-haired
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Interpretation
May the household ruler be a gift from a gracious God.Meaning of each word
- Henry: ruler of the household
- Matthew: gift from God
- Evan: God is gracious
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Henry Pol
Interpretation
May the household ruler live with a modest and unassuming manner.Meaning of each word
- Henry: ruler of the household
- Pol: small, humble
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Interpretation
A picture of a reddish haired household ruler whose father embodies peace.Meaning of each word
- Henry: ruler of the household
- Axel: father is peace
- Rufinus: reddish, red-haired
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Henry Leonard
Interpretation
May the household ruler possess courage like that of a lion.Meaning of each word
- Henry: ruler of the household
- Leonard: brave as a lion
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Interpretation
A picture of a household ruler whose struggle wears a crown of honor.Meaning of each word
- Henry: ruler of the household
- Stephen: crown, wreath of honor
- Naftali: my wrestling or my struggle
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Henry Abram
Interpretation
May the household ruler become a father who is honored.Meaning of each word
- Henry: ruler of the household
- Abram: exalted father
Henry as a middle name
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Interpretation
May God add a household ruler through a new birth.Meaning of each word
- Jose: may God add
- Henry: ruler of the household
- Natalis: relating to birth
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Interpretation
A picture of a bald household ruler who provides help.Meaning of each word
- Ezra: help or assistance
- Henry: ruler of the household
- Calvin: bald-headed
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A picture of a household ruler belonging to Mars, whose father embodies peace.Meaning of each word
- Tinus: of Mars; great, venerable
- Henry: ruler of the household
- Axel: father is peace
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May the household ruler become a strong and physically fit catcher.Meaning of each word
- Yoksan: catcher, trapper
- Henry: ruler of the household
- Valentino: strong, healthy
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Interpretation
A picture of the birth of a household ruler from ancient Mauritania.Meaning of each word
- Moris: from ancient Mauretania
- Henry: ruler of the household
- Natalis: relating to birth
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Interpretation
May God add courage and chivalrous qualities to the household ruler.Meaning of each word
- Jose: may God add
- Henry: ruler of the household
- Andrean: brave, manly
Henry as a last name
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Stevano Henry
Interpretation
May the household ruler wear a crown as a sign of victory.Meaning of each word
- Stevano: crown, victory wreath
- Henry: ruler of the household
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Interpretation
A picture of a household ruler with God's help, asking who resembles God.Meaning of each word
- Eliezer: God is my help
- Mikha: who is like God?
- Henry: ruler of the household
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Danil Henry
Interpretation
A picture of a household ruler who regards God as their judge.Meaning of each word
- Danil: God is my judge
- Henry: ruler of the household
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Jordan Henry
Interpretation
A picture of a household ruler whose life resembles water flowing downward.Meaning of each word
- Jordan: that which flows down
- Henry: ruler of the household
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Interpretation
May God add a household ruler connected with the Julius family.Meaning of each word
- Joey: may God add
- Yulianus: belonging to the family of Julius
- Henry: ruler of the household
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Pol Henry
Interpretation
May the household ruler always maintain a modest and unassuming manner.Meaning of each word
- Pol: small, humble
- Henry: ruler of the household
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How to pronounce Henry
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦺꦤꦿꦶ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮠᮨᮔ᮪ᮛᮤ |
Is Henry a boy’s name?
Yes, Henry is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 99% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Henry ranks #244 among boy names in our data sample (75 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):
Names that sound like Henry
Names with related meanings
- Hadi♂Guide, one who gives direction
- Imam♂Leader, leader of worship
- Wibowo♂Authority, dignity, grandeur
- Hendra♂Ruler, king
- Heri♂Ruler of the household
- Amir♂Leader, commander
- Malik♂Owner
- Herry♂Ruler of the household
- Syah♂King, royal ruler
- Hendri♂Ruler of the household
- Dadang♂Master
- Hendrik♂Ruler of the household
Famous people named Henry
- F. Henry Bambang Soelistyo · b. 1959
- Henry Saragih · b. 1964
- Henry Chan
- Henry Cornelis Lakay · b. 1998
- Henry Eryanto · b. 1958
- Henry Foundation
- Henry Guntur Tarigan · b. 1933
- Henry L. Duarte · b. 1909
- Henry Parlinggoman Simanjuntak
- Henry Susanto
- Henry Yosodiningrat · b. 1954
- Henry · b. 1974
FAQ about the name Henry
What is the meaning of Henry?
Henry means ruler of the household. The English form of a Germanic name combining heim ‘home’ and rīc ‘ruler, power’. Henri is the related French form.
Is Henry a boy’s name?
Yes, Henry is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 99% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Henry?
Henry is of European origin.
How many syllables does Henry have?
Henry has 2 syllables (Hen-ry) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Henry?
Henry ranks #244 among boy names in our data sample (75 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Henry?
Other spellings: Henri.
What full names go well with Henry?
Some ideas: Henry Yordan; Jose Henry Natalis; Stevano Henry.
Famous people named Henry?
Notable people named Henry include F. Henry Bambang Soelistyo, Henry Saragih, Henry Chan.
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