Henna
“In Hebrew, Henna (חֵנָּה) translates to 'grace' or 'favor'.” — Associated with the concept of grace
Hebrew origin · Girl name
#4597US 2023
30Births / yr
↑Rising
1.2kAll-time births
📅 Since 197400
How to pronounce Henna
HEN·uh
/ˈhɛn.ə/ · stress on HEN · 2 syllables
“In Hebrew, Henna (חֵנָּה) translates to 'grace' or 'favor'.”
Associated with the concept of grace · Hebrew origin
What does Henna mean and where does it come from?
Henna is a name of Hebrew origin, associated with the concept of grace. It carries cultural significance in various regions, especially where the plant henna is used for body art during festivals and weddings. Notable people with the name include Henna Solberg, a popular figure in the arts. The name
Cultural significance
Henna has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Hebrew-speaking communities, where it reflects values of in hebrew, henna (חֵנָּה) translates to 'grace' or 'favor'..
Peak popularity
Reached #2785 in 2001 — currently #4597 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Henna?
Henna works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Henna Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Henna Rose
Floral · soft ending
Henna Mae
Sweet · timeless
Henna Claire
French influence · crisp
Henna Jane
Literary · strong
Henna Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Henna right now?
Rising fast — up 927 spots — currently #4597 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Henna
Henna is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1974. With 1,177 total births recorded, Henna remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #7265 in 1980 to #4597 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Henna in 2001:
Henna by decade
Henna peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 17 | |
| 1980s | 107 | |
| 1990s | 292 | |
| 2000s ★ | 409 | |
| 2010s | 318 | |
| 2020s | 34 |
With 1,177 total births, Henna is an uncommon but established name.
What are good nicknames for Henna?
DUTCH
JetJettaJette
ENGLISH
EttaEttieHallieHattieHattyHettie
ANCIENT GERMANIC
HeimirichHeinrichHenricus
ARMENIAN
Henrik
Famous people named Henna
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Henna (historical figure)
Henna bore this name in the Biblical tradition, reflecting its deep roots in Hebrew scripture and culture.
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Henna (historical community leader)
Henna led communities across the ancient Near East who passed this name through generations.
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Henna (historical figure)
Henna bore this name in the Biblical tradition, reflecting its deep roots in Hebrew scripture and culture.
What names sound and feel like Henna?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Henna also consider these
How is Henna written in other languages?
What are the boy versions of Henna?
Heimirich ANCIENT GERMANICHeinrich ANCIENT GERMANICHenricus ANCIENT GERMANICHenrik ARMENIANEndika BASQUEEnric CATALANHenrik CROATIANHynek CZECHJindřich CZECHHenning DANISHHenrik DANISHHeike DUTCHHeiko DUTCHHein DUTCHHendrik DUTCHHenk DUTCHHennie DUTCHHenny DUTCHHenricus DUTCHRik DUTCHHal ENGLISHHank ENGLISHHarry ENGLISHHenry ENGLISHHendrik ESTONIANHarri FINNISHHeikki FINNISHHenri FINNISHHenrikki FINNISHEnzo FRENCHHenri FRENCHHeike FRISIANHeiko FRISIANAnri GEORGIANHeiner GERMANHeinrich GERMANHeinz GERMANHendrik GERMANHenning GERMANHenrik GERMANHenrik HUNGARIANHinrik ICELANDICAnraí IRISHEinrí IRISHArrigo ITALIANEnrico ITALIANEnzo ITALIANRico ITALIANHenrikas LITHUANIANHerkus LITHUANIANHeike LOW GERMANHeiko LOW GERMANHinnerk LOW GERMANHinrich LOW GERMANHerry MEDIEVAL ENGLISHHenning NORWEGIANHenrik NORWEGIANHenryk POLISHHenrique PORTUGUESEEanraig SCOTTISHHendry SCOTTISHHenrich SLOVAKHenrik SLOVENEEnrique SPANISHKike SPANISHQuique SPANISHHenning SWEDISHHenrik SWEDISHHarri WELSHEmmerich ANCIENT GERMANICAmerica ENGLISHAmery ENGLISHEmerson ENGLISHEmery ENGLISHEmmerson ENGLISHEmory ENGLISHHarris ENGLISHHarrison ENGLISHHenderson ENGLISHKendra ENGLISHKendrick ENGLISHKenrick ENGLISHPerry ENGLISHÉmeric FRENCHEmmerich GERMANImre HUNGARIANImrus HUNGARIANAmerigo ITALIANAmérica PORTUGUESEAmérico PORTUGUESEImrich SLOVAKImriška SLOVAKAmérica SPANISHAmérico SPANISHParry WELSH
Common questions about the name Henna
What does the name Henna mean?
Henna means "In Hebrew, Henna (חֵנָּה) translates to 'grace' or 'favor'." — a name rooted in Hebrew tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Henna?
Henna is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Henna have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Henna?
Henna originates from Hebrew tradition. Hebrew names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Henna?
Henna is a two-syllable name pronounced HH EH1 N AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
Is Henna trending right now?
Henna is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.
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