Spelling Variants
Henri vs Henry: Which Spelling?
Henri (French) and Henry (English) are both forms of the Germanic name Heimirich meaning 'estate ruler'.
Global Rank #34
Henri
Origin: French
Henri means "estate ruler" or "home ruler," derived from the Germanic elements "heim" (home/estate) and "ric" (ruler/power).
Global Rank #5
Henry
Origin: English
Henry derives from the Germanic name Heimirich, composed of "heim" (home) and "ric" (ruler/power), meaning "ruler of the home" or "estate ruler." The name entered English through Norman French after…
Which is more popular? Based on real registry rankings, Henry currently ranks higher globally. Popularity can vary a lot by country — check each name's own page for a full regional breakdown.