Henri

“Ruler of the household”

France origin · Unisex name

♂ 88% boys♀ 12% girls

#1418US 2023

129Births / yr

↓Falling

5.3kAll-time births

📅 Since 190400

How to pronounce Henri

ahn-ree(french),hen-ree(finnish)

/ahn-ree(french),hen-ree(finnish)/ · · 2 syllables

“Ruler of the household”

France origin · Unisex name

What does Henri mean and where does it come from?

Henri is a diminutive form of Henriette, which is a feminine French name derived from the masculine name Henri. Henri itself originates from Germanic elements 'heim' (home) and 'ric' (ruler). The name has been used in France since the Middle Ages. It is notable in French culture, often associated wi

Cultural significance

Henri has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in France-speaking communities, where it reflects values of ruler of the household.

Peak popularity

Reached #1557 in 1904 — currently #1418 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Henri?

Henri works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Henri Grace

How popular is Henri right now?

Falling — down 101 spots — currently #1418 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#1418 · Top 1.0%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1418	129	▼ down 101 · -10% births
2022	#1317	143	▼ down 41 · -4% births
2021	#1276	149	▲ up 13223 · +2383% births
2015	#14499	6	▼ down 9624 · -25% births
1965	#4875	8	▼ down 647 · -20% births
1960	#4228	10	▼ down 120 · +11% births
1955	#4108	9	▼ down 1546 · -44% births
1950	#2562	16	▼ down 71 · +23% births
1945	#2491	13	▼ down 727 · -38% births
1940	#1764	21	▲ up 1016 · +110% births
1935	#2780	10	▲ up 336 · +11% births
1930	#3116	9	▼ down 902 · -47% births
1925	#2214	17	▲ up 928 · +70% births
1920	#3142	10	▼ down 199 · +11% births
1915	#2943	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Henri

Best Year2021Rank #1276

Peak Count149

Average Rank#3516

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202315 years

The story of Henri

Henri entered American naming records in 1904 and has been in use for over 120 years. With 5,337 total births recorded, Henri remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #2943 in 1915 to #1418 in 2023. Henri is used for both genders: 12% female and 88% male.

Names that peaked alongside Henri in 1904:

Mary Helen Anna Margaret Ruth

Henri by decade

Henri peaked in the 1900s. See all 1900s names →

Decade	Births
1880s	19
1890s	8
1900s	36
1910s	291
1920s	404
1930s	360
1940s	431
1950s	485
1960s	374
1970s	287
1980s	322
1990s	454
2000s	701
2010s ★	1,066
2020s	99

💎With 5,337 total births, Henri is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Henri?

CZECH

Hynek

DANISH

Henning

DUTCH

HeikeHeikoHeinHenkHennieHennyRik

ENGLISH

HalHank

What names sound and feel like Henri?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Henri also consider these

Henrri

Finland · Finnish

Hendri

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Henni

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Jenri

American · Variant of Henry,

Heri

Indonesia · To be born

Enri

Spain · Spanish

Hepzi

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Heddi

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

How is Henri written in other languages?

Gender variants of Henri

Henriette DANISH Henrike DANISH Drika DUTCH Heike DUTCH Heintje DUTCH Hendrika DUTCH Hendrikje DUTCH Hendrina DUTCH Hennie DUTCH Henny DUTCH Henrietta DUTCH Henriëtte DUTCH Henriette DUTCH Ina DUTCH Jet DUTCH Jetta DUTCH Jette DUTCH Rika DUTCH Etta ENGLISH Ettie ENGLISH Hallie ENGLISH Harriet ENGLISH Harriett ENGLISH Harrietta ENGLISH Harriette ENGLISH Hattie ENGLISH Hatty ENGLISH Henrietta ENGLISH Hettie ENGLISH Henna FINNISH Henrietta FINNISH Henriikka FINNISH Riika FINNISH Riikka FINNISH Henriette FRENCH Heike FRISIAN Heinrike GERMAN Henriette GERMAN Henrike GERMAN Rike GERMAN Henrietta HUNGARIAN Enrica ITALIAN Ina LIMBURGISH Heike LOW GERMAN Henriette NORWEGIAN Henrike NORWEGIAN Henryka POLISH Henrietta SWEDISH Henrika SWEDISH Henrike SWEDISH Rika SWEDISH Emmerich ANCIENT GERMANIC America ENGLISH Amery ENGLISH Emerson ENGLISH Emery ENGLISH Emmerson ENGLISH Emory ENGLISH Harris ENGLISH Harrison ENGLISH Henderson ENGLISH Kendra ENGLISH Kendrick ENGLISH Kenrick ENGLISH Perry ENGLISH Émeric FRENCH Emmerich GERMAN Imre HUNGARIAN Imrus HUNGARIAN Amerigo ITALIAN América PORTUGUESE Américo PORTUGUESE Imrich SLOVAK Imriška SLOVAK América SPANISH Américo SPANISH Parry WELSH

Common questions about the name Henri

What does the name Henri mean?

Henri means "Ruler of the household" — a name rooted in France 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 Henri?

Henri is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Henri?

Henri originates from France tradition. France names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Henri a common or rare name?

Henri is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

Is Henri more of a girl or boy name?

Henri is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.