Henry vs Alan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Henry

Boy #6 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"home ruler, estate ruler"

Origin: Germanic

English French German

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Boy #167 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"handsome"

Origin: Celtic

English Scottish French Breton

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Henry Rank #6

Alan Rank #167

Henry is more popular, ranked #6 vs #167 for Alan.

Is Henry or Alan more popular?

Henry is more popular, ranked #6 compared to Alan at #167 in the United States.

What do Henry and Alan mean?

Henry means "home ruler, estate ruler" (Germanic origin). Alan means "handsome" (Celtic origin).

Are Henry and Alan boy or girl names?

Henry is primarily a boy name. Alan is primarily a boy name.