Henry as a Male Name
Henry is most commonly a boy's name.
Parents choosing Henry for a boy get a name with a clear Germanic heritage and a well-established boy's usage. The name Henry means “home ruler” and is of Germanic origin. Closely related male forms and variants include Harry, Henri, Enrique, Heinrich, Hank.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Henry across all genders, see the complete Henry name meaning.
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Is Henry a boy's name?+
Henry is most commonly a boy's name. It means “home ruler” and is of Germanic origin.
What does Henry mean?+
Henry means “home ruler” and originates from Germanic.