Variations of Henry
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Enzo
Italian variation of Henry, German
"estate ruler"
You may be surprised to know that Enzo is now a Top 100 boy name in the US and the UK, where it has been climbing straight uphill since the turn of this century. Enzo originated as the Italian…
Hallie
English
"dweller at the meadow by the manor"
Hallie -- it rhymes with alley and is not to be confused with Halle or Hailey or Holly -- is one of those comfy nicknamish names that are in favor in these complicated times. Hallie's popularity has…
Hattie
English, diminutive of Harriet
"estate ruler"
In the USA, Hattie is one of those nicknames that is now more popular than its parent name, Harriet. In England, however, Harriet is still by far more popular than Hattie, while in Australia, Harriet…
Hendrix
Dutch and German, from first name Hendrik
"estate ruler"
Hendrix is one of those hip rock and roll names, like Lennon, Jagger and Presley, that have been used by fellow celebs and others, to honor the seminal guitarist/singer/songwriter Jimi. And this one…
Hank
Diminutive of Henry, German
"estate ruler"
Hank is a midcentury guy nickname (which actually dates back to the seventeenth century) of the Al/Hal/Dick school, which has been on recess from the playground for decades. Now it's just beginning…
Harry
Diminutive of Henry
"estate ruler"
Harry is the medieval English form of Henry, which derived from the Germanic name Heimrich, meaning "estate ruler." Harry was the nickname of all eight King Henrys; it is also a diminutive of Harold…
Hettie
Diminutive of Henrietta, English
"estate ruler"
It may take another generation or so, but this category of Hettie-Lettie-Lottie names could make a comeback.
Hal
Diminutive of Harold or Henry, English, Scandinavian, German
"army ruler or estate ruler"
Could Hal be the Jack, Max, or Gus of the future? It just might happen in the new nickname environment, especially with Cal and Cy feeling cool, and with the interest in vintage, cowboy-esque…
Henri
French and Finnish variation of Henry, German
"estate ruler"
The chic Euro spelling of Henry is rising along with the original form.
Enrico
Italian variation of Henry
One of several Latin names starting with E that would work and play well with others in any family.
Arrigo
Italian variation of Henry and Harry
"estate ruler"
Think Harry with a go-getter ending.
Enric
Enric is a masculine name of Catalan origin, equivalent to Henry in English. Derived from Germanic elements meaning 'home ruler' or 'ruler of the household,' it combines strength and leadership…
Hennie
Dutch and Norwegian feminine form of Hendrik
"home ruler"
Sweet and cosy but perfectly substantial too, Hennie derives from the sturdy Hendrik and acts as both a stand-alone feminine form, and as a diminutive of Hendrika or Henriette. Occasionally spelled…
Henny
Diminutive of Henry and Hendrik
"estate ruler"
A cute short form of Hendrick given to boys in the Netherlands.
Henning
Henning is a masculine name with Scandinavian and Germanic origins, particularly popular in Denmark, Norway, and northern Germany. It likely developed as a diminutive of Heinrich (Henry), derived…
Hendrick
Variation of Hendrik, Dutch and Scandinavian
"estate ruler"
Unless you're a gin aficionado, we prefer Hendrik. Or better yet, Henrik.
Heinrich
German
"estate ruler"
Traditional German names of this ilk have had a difficult time emigrating into the American name pool, mostly because anti-German sentiment during the two world wars of the 20th century drove German…
Heiko
Heiko is a masculine name of German and Frisian origin, particularly popular in northern Germany and the Netherlands. Derived from the Germanic element 'heim' meaning 'home' or 'homeland,' it emerged…
Harris
English
"son of Harry"
When Harrison is too much, but Harry isn't enough, try this stylish surname name with a touch of British flair. It briefly reentered the US Top 1000 for the first time since 1988 in 2016, but has…
Harri
Harri is a masculine name with multiple cultural connections. It functions as a Finnish and Estonian form of Henry (meaning "home ruler"), and also appears as a Welsh variant of Harry. In…