Holding steady, #7,679 for boys today.
Popularity of Hendry since 1926
Babies named Hendry per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2016, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Hendry's real moment was 2025.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 6 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 38 |
| 2010s | 64 |
| 2020s | 40 |
Meaning & origin
Hendry is a Scottish variant of Henry that has maintained a steady if modest presence in the United States since it was first recorded in 1926. In 2025 it ranked 7,679th, with roughly 1 in 170,808 newborns receiving the name. Its peak year was 2025, suggesting perhaps a growing interest in distinctive yet traditional Scottish names. While not among the most popular choices, Hendry offers a familiar sound with a regional twist. The name has remained stable in usage over the decades, never experiencing a dramatic surge or decline. Its top states are not specified in the available data, indicating widespread but low-frequency use across the country.
Hendry is a Scottish variant of Henry, derived from the Germanic name Heimirich, composed of elements 'heim' meaning 'home' and 'ric' meaning 'ruler.' It was introduced to England by the Normans and later developed regional variants. In Scotland, Hendry emerged as a distinct form, often used as a surname before becoming a given name.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Hen, Drew, Hendy
Sibling names for Hendry
Names that share Hendry's style, for a brother or sister.
