Hank vs Prince

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Prince

Boy #404 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"royal son; prince"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#404
Total SSA Count
797
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Pri, Prin, Priny

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Hank Rank #425
Prince Rank #404

Prince is more popular, ranked #404 vs #425 for Hank.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hank ___

  • Hank James
  • Hank William
  • Hank Thomas
  • Hank Lee
  • Hank Ray
  • Hank Joseph

Prince ___

  • Prince Alexander
  • Prince James
  • Prince Emmanuel
  • Prince Michael
  • Prince David
  • Prince Anthony

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Hank

Mae Ruth Pearl Walt Clyde

If you choose Prince

Royal King Duke Reign Legend

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hank or Prince more popular?

Prince is more popular, ranked #404 compared to Hank at #425 in the United States.

What do Hank and Prince mean?

Hank means "ruler of the home" (Germanic origin). Prince means "royal son; prince" (Latin origin).

Are Hank and Prince boy or girl names?

Hank is primarily a boy name. Prince is primarily a boy name.

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