Hendy

Hendy is a feminine name that likely developed as a diminutive form of Henrietta or Henderson. It carries Welsh and English influences, potentially deriving from the Welsh name Hendre, meaning "old homestead" or "winter dwelling." Alternatively, it may have originated as a surname based on the Old English "hendig," meaning "skillful" or "handy." As a given name, Hendy possesses a pleasant balance of familiarity and distinctiveness, with its friendly sound and contemporary feel. While traditionally used as a surname, its transition to first-name status follows the modern trend of surname adoption. Hendy remains quite rare as a feminine given name, making it appealing to parents seeking something uncommon yet accessible in pronunciation and spelling.

Pronounced HEN-dee.

As of October 2026, Hendy ranked #7625 for girls in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #7491 for girls in 2019.