Origin and Meaning of Henleigh

High meadow or hill

Origin: Old English - Derived from the Old English elements 'hen' meaning 'high' and 'leah' meaning 'meadow' or 'woodland clearing'.

• Henleigh is a rare name that combines traditional English elements and evokes a sense of nature and landscape.
• While not commonly used as a first name, Henleigh can be found in various forms as a surname across England.
• The name is reminiscent of other place names in England, such as Henley-on-Thames, which share the 'leigh' suffix, often indicating a location in relation to the landscape.
• Due to its rarity, there is little data on its popularity trends, but it is currently considered a unique choice for a baby name.
• Variants of the name include Henley, which has gained some popularity, particularly for boys, and can also be used unisex.