Avery vs Henry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Avery

Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

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Boy #6 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"home ruler, estate ruler"

Origin: Germanic

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Avery Rank #259

Henry Rank #6

Henry is more popular, ranked #6 vs #259 for Avery.

Is Avery or Henry more popular?

Henry is more popular, ranked #6 compared to Avery at #259 in the United States.

What do Avery and Henry mean?

Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin). Henry means "home ruler, estate ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Avery and Henry boy or girl names?

Avery is primarily a boy name. Henry is primarily a boy name.