Henry
Meaning: Ruler of the home; estate ruler
Origin: Old Germanic Heimirich — from haim (home) + ric (ruler, power)
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #80
Total births: 7,497
History: Henry surged in the 2010s-2020s as vintage names became trendy in Australia. Henry Lawson was one of Australia's greatest writers — his bush poetry and stories define the Australian literary voice. Henry represents both old Australia and the new love of classic names.
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| Current rank (2025) | #6 |
| Babies named Henry in 2025 | 372 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 7,497 |
| Peak year | 2021 (444 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #4 |
| Years in records | 1993–2025 (31 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↑ 2 spots |
Frequently asked about Henry
What does the name Henry mean?
Henry means “Ruler of the home; estate ruler” from Old Germanic Heimirich — from haim (home) + ric (ruler, power) roots.
What is the origin of the name Henry?
Henry has Old Germanic Heimirich — from haim (home) + ric (ruler, power) origin. The traditional meaning is “Ruler of the home; estate ruler”.
How popular is Henry in Australia?
Henry ranked #6 in Australia in 2025 — given to 372 babies that year.
When was Henry most popular?
Henry peaked in 2021 with 444 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Henry a boy or girl name?
Henry is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Henrys in registered births are male.
How long has Henry been recorded in Australia?
Henry appears in birth records in Australia across 31 years — from 1993 through 2025.