Henry vs Arthur

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Henry

Boy #6 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"home ruler, estate ruler"

Origin: Germanic

English French German

✓ All Clear

Boy #105 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bear, bear-like strength"

Origin: Brythonic Celtic

English French Welsh British

12 High Risk

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Henry Rank #6

Arthur Rank #105

Henry is more popular, ranked #6 vs #105 for Arthur.

Is Henry or Arthur more popular?

Henry is more popular, ranked #6 compared to Arthur at #105 in the United States.

What do Henry and Arthur mean?

Henry means "home ruler, estate ruler" (Germanic origin). Arthur means "bear, bear-like strength" (Brythonic Celtic origin).

Are Henry and Arthur boy or girl names?

Henry is primarily a boy name. Arthur is primarily a boy name.