Henri
on-ree
US Popularity:2974
Origin:French
Other Origin(s):German
Meaning:Home ruler
Henri is a gender-neutral name that will set baby up to rule the roost. It is the French version of the Old Germanic name Heimerich and the English Henry. It means “home ruler,” which may be apt if your little bundle takes inspiration from the much-loved 2017 animated movie The Boss Baby. Henri, with its trendy -i spelling, will appeal to those seeking a unique and contemporary title for the monarch of their heart!
Famous People Named Henri
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Henri MatissePainter
Henri Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Henri is currently #3265 on The Bump
Boy:Henri is currently #1835 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Henri is currently #2195 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Henri is currently #2974 in U.S. births
Boy:Henri is currently #1412 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
Gender:
Girl
#
in 2023
+ 11573
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Henri, April 2024
Behind the Name, Henry, April 2024
Name Doctor, Henri
Online Etymology Dictionary, Henry, October 2017
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 419
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