Henrietta

Henrietta: name meaning, origin and popularity

Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌhɛn.ɹiˈɛtə/

Meaning and origin of Henrietta

  • A female given name from the Germanic languages.

Etymology

Latinate form of French Henriette, derived from the male given name Henry.

How popular is Henrietta?

65U.S. babies in 2025
#105peak rank (1892)
51,387babies since 1880

Since 1880, 51,330 girls and 57 boys in the U.S. have been named Henrietta (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #105 in 1892. Its highest rank for boys was #1150 in 1892. In 2025, 65 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

188019201960200020251,411 peak/yr
U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Henrietta FAQ

What does the name Henrietta mean?

A female given name from the Germanic languages. Latinate form of French Henriette, derived from the male given name Henry.

What is the origin of the name Henrietta?

Henrietta is listed as a name of Germanic origin.

How popular is the name Henrietta?

Since 1880, 51,330 girls and 57 boys in the U.S. have been named Henrietta (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #105 in 1892. Its highest rank for boys was #1150 in 1892. In 2025, 65 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Henrietta a boy or girl name?

Henrietta is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 51,330 girls and 57 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.