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Henri

Boy · German · Medium name

Meaning
Home ruler, estate ruler
Pronunciation
AHN-ree
Origin
German

French form of Henry, from Germanic 'heim' (home) and 'ric' (ruler).

Popularity
Uncommon in United States (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

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Languages in use: German, French

Commonly used in: United States, France, United Kingdom

Alternate spellings

  • HenryEnglish

    English form.

Cultural associations

People who share this name. These are context, not the origin of the name.

  • Henri Matisse

    1869–1954

    French visual artist, a leading figure of modern art and Fauvism.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, French Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-20.

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