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Henry Baby boy name meaning, origin, and popularity

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Henry name meaning and origin

What does Henry mean?

Ruler of the household. Eight kings of England have been named Henry. Well-known Henrys: Prince Henry ("Harry") of Wales; Henry Huggins (character in children's books by Beverly Cleary); actor Henry Winkler ("The Fonz").

Origin

German

Henry name popularity

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