A 1880s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Henrietta since 1880
Babies named Henrietta per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1918, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Henrietta's real moment was 1880.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 2,480 |
| 1890s | 4,035 |
| 1900s | 4,514 |
| 1910s | 10,400 |
| 1920s | 10,453 |
| 1930s | 5,814 |
| 1940s | 5,650 |
| 1950s | 3,830 |
| 1960s | 1,779 |
| 1970s | 660 |
| 1980s | 318 |
| 1990s | 223 |
| 2000s | 144 |
| 2010s | 581 |
| 2020s | 449 |
Meaning & origin
Henrietta is a classic name that has experienced a revival in recent years. First recorded in 1880, it peaked that same year and then declined in use throughout the 20th century. However, since 2005, the name has been steadily rising again. Today, it ranks 2,645th in the U.S., with about 1 in 24,727 babies receiving the name. The top states for Henrietta include Minnesota, Michigan, and New York, reflecting its enduring appeal in the Midwest and Northeast. Its vintage charm and strong nickname options make it an attractive choice for parents seeking a traditional name with a feminine touch.
Henrietta is the Latinized feminine form of Henry, which itself derives from the Germanic name Heimirich, meaning 'home ruler' (heim 'home' + rihhi 'ruler'). The name was introduced to England by the Normans and later feminized as Henrietta. It was particularly popular in the 19th century, often used in honor of male relatives named Henry.
Where Henrietta is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Henrietta” around the world
Where Henrietta 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: Henny, Etta, Hattie
Sibling names for Henrietta
Names that share Henrietta's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Charlotte, Eleanor, Caroline, Georgiana, Louisa, Alfreda, Annetta, Bertina, Georgeanna, Georgianna, Hermina, Thomasina, Wilhelmina, Albertha, Albertina, Augustina, Charlesetta, Fredricka, Georganna, Georgetta, Georgine, Margaretta, Alfrieda, Colletta, Edmonia, Fayette, Fredrica, Georgena, Jannett, Margretta, Maryetta, Minnette, Robertha, Vietta, Wilhelmenia, Wilhemina, Willamina, Albertia, Alexandrina, Bernestine, Elmire, Ernesteen, Victoriana, Wilhelmena, Henchy, Roderica, Royetta, Wilmina
Brothers: Henry, William, Charles, Edward, James, Alphonse, Hurley, Wellington, Auguste, Beauregard
