Henning

Q: How popular is the name Henning?

Henning is ranked #13816 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ h-EHN-ihng ]

Boy Name #13,816 Most Popular Hidden Gem 7 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Henning is a boy name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced h-EHN-ihng.

Parents who love the name Henning often also consider Dejan, Kino, Emuel .

Popularity Over Time

#13,816

Current Rank

Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #13,816
Total SSA Count: 7

Nicknames

Hen Hey Henie Hennie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Henning

Is Henning a boy or girl name?

Henning is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Henning?

Henning is pronounced h-EHN-ihng.

How popular is the name Henning?

Henning is currently ranked #13816 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Henning?

Common nicknames for Henning include Hen, Hey, Henie, and Hennie.

Is Henning a common or rare name?

Henning is an uncommon name, ranked #13816 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Henning

Henning is a boy name .

Henning is currently ranked #13,816 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Henning include Hen, Hey, Henie, and Hennie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.