Henry
Henry is a common male given name derived from German, ancient Germanic language, meaning "home ruler". It is used in English-speaking countries.
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The name Henry is derived from the Germanic name Heinrich, from the elements haim, meaning "home", and ric, meaning "ruler" or "king". It has been a consistently popular name in English-speaking countries for centuries, with several kings of England bearing the name.
Variations[edit | edit source]
There are many variations of the name Henry in different languages, including Enrique in Spanish, Enrico in Italian, and Henri in French. The diminutive forms of Henry include Harry, Hank, and Hal.
Notable People Named Henry[edit | edit source]
There have been many notable people named Henry throughout history, including:
- Henry VIII of England, King of England from 1509 until his death in 1547.
- Henry Ford, American industrialist and founder of the Ford Motor Company.
- Henry James, American-British author known for his novels and stories about upper-class society.
- Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, American poet and educator.
In Popular Culture[edit | edit source]
The name Henry has been used for many characters in literature, film, and television, including:
- Henry Higgins, a character in George Bernard Shaw's play Pygmalion and the musical adaptation My Fair Lady.
- Henry Hill, a character in the film Goodfellas, based on the real-life mobster of the same name.
- Henry Deaver, a character in the television series Castle Rock, based on the works of Stephen King.
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