Henleigh

English
"high meadow"

Henleigh Origin and Meaning

The name Henleigh is a boy's name.

Henleigh is a modern masculine name that blends the traditional Henry with the popular -leigh suffix. Of English origin, it carries the meaning "high wood" or "ruler of the home," derived from the elements 'hen' (home) and 'leah' (wood or clearing). Henleigh emerged as part of the trend toward distinctive spellings of classic names, gaining modest popularity in the 2010s, particularly in English-speaking countries. Parents are often drawn to Henleigh for its contemporary sound while maintaining connections to the well-established name Henry. While still considered uncommon, Henleigh continues to rise in usage as parents seek names that balance tradition with uniqueness.

The name Henleigh in Pop Culture

  • Henleigh Mallinger Grandcourt
    George Eliot villain (Gwendolen Harleth's abusive husband in 'Daniel Deronda', the last novel Eliot completed)