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Henley
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
7,949
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2016
Peak Popularity Year
698
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Henley stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Henley is an Old English name that translates to 'home meadow'. It has evolved from the Old English 'Henleah' to the modern form we use today. The name reflects traits of nature and homeliness. There is no biblical relevance associated with it. Henley gained popularity as both a surname and given name, particularly in England, and is associated with notable events and locations.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈhɛnli/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Henley is derived from the Old English elements 'hen', meaning 'home', and 'leah', meaning 'clearing' or 'meadow'. Thus, it can be interpreted as 'the meadow by the home'.
Meaning
home meadow
Language Evolution
Henleah (Old English), Henlei (Middle English), Henley (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Henley gained popularity as a surname in England during the medieval period and later became a given name. The name is associated with various places named Henley in England.
Variants & Derivatives
Henlee, Henleigh, Hennley
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Henley is perceived as a classic and somewhat traditional name, evoking images of English countryside and heritage. It is less common than many other names but retains a certain charm.
Famous People
Henley Regatta (an annual rowing event), Henley-on-Thames (the town associated with the name)
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Moderately Popular name with 698 peak births in 2016
Geographic Spread
Popular across 42 US states, with strongest presence in Tennessee
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 14 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 10 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4002nd of 7545 | 63 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3764th of 6773 | 68 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 4483rd of 7552 | 49 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 9331st of 10718 | 10 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9270th of 16616 | 40 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4928th of 24088 | 268 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1889th of 23106 | 980 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 17545th of 27321 | 26 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3358th of 35406 | 720 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 629th of 30306 | 5,725 |