Henry vs River

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Henry

Boy #6 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"home ruler, estate ruler"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #112 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"flowing body of water, stream"

Origin: Old French

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Henry Rank #6

River Rank #112

Henry is more popular, ranked #6 vs #112 for River.

Is Henry or River more popular?

Henry is more popular, ranked #6 compared to River at #112 in the United States.

What do Henry and River mean?

Henry means "home ruler, estate ruler" (Germanic origin). River means "flowing body of water, stream" (Old French origin).

Are Henry and River boy or girl names?

Henry is primarily a boy name. River is primarily a boy name.