Henry vs Maxwell

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Henry

Boy #6 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"home ruler, estate ruler"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #182 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"Mack's spring, great stream"

Origin: Scottish

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Henry Rank #6

Maxwell Rank #182

Henry is more popular, ranked #6 vs #182 for Maxwell.

Is Henry or Maxwell more popular?

Henry is more popular, ranked #6 compared to Maxwell at #182 in the United States.

What do Henry and Maxwell mean?

Henry means "home ruler, estate ruler" (Germanic origin). Maxwell means "Mack's spring, great stream" (Scottish origin).

Are Henry and Maxwell boy or girl names?

Henry is primarily a boy name. Maxwell is primarily a boy name.