Origin and Meaning of Henrie

Ruler of the home

Origin: French - Henrie is a variant of Henri, which is derived from the Germanic name Heinrich, composed of the elements 'heim' (home) and 'ric' (ruler).

• Henrie is considered a modern spelling variant of the traditional name Henri, which has been popular in France and other Francophone countries.
• While commonly a boy's name in France, Henrie can also be adapted for use as a unisex name in some contemporary contexts.
• Notable bearers of the name include French actor Henri Garcin and famous French author Henri Michaux.
• The name Henrie saw a rise in use in the 20th century due to the trend of using less traditional spellings of classic names.
• Related names include Henry (its English form), Henrietta (a feminine variant), and variations like Henrick or Henrico.