Declining since 1992, #4,249 for boys today.
Popularity of Enrico since 1906
Babies named Enrico per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 27 |
| 1910s | 292 |
| 1920s | 523 |
| 1930s | 296 |
| 1940s | 262 |
| 1950s | 395 |
| 1960s | 521 |
| 1970s | 659 |
| 1980s | 486 |
| 1990s | 534 |
| 2000s | 351 |
| 2010s | 270 |
| 2020s | 151 |
Meaning & origin
Enrico is the classic Italian form of Henry, a name with deep Germanic roots meaning 'ruler of the home.' First recorded in the United States in 1906, it reached its highest popularity in 1921, placing at rank 4,249 as of 2025. The name has been on a falling trajectory since 1992, with a current frequency of about 1 in 71,170 births. Despite its decline, Enrico retains a strong Italian cultural identity and is widely recognized through historical and artistic figures. It remains a dignified choice for families honoring Italian heritage.
Enrico is the Italian form of Henry, which derives from the Germanic elements 'heim' (home) and 'ric' (ruler, power). The name was brought to Italy through medieval Germanic influences and has been a staple in Italian naming traditions for centuries, borne by numerous noble figures and saints.
“Enrico” around the world
Where Enrico lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Enri, Rico, Chico
Sibling names for Enrico
Names that share Enrico's style, for a brother or sister.
