Henry Dann

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Henry Dann — home ruler
548K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Henry Dann is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Henry is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. From the Old High German Heimirich, composed of heim (home) and ric (power, ruler). Borne by eight kings of England. The surname Dann: Dann is an English surname. It is a toponymic surname which came from Middle English dene and Old English denu, "valley". Variant spellings include Dan and Dane. According to statistics compiled by Patrick Hanks on the basis of the 2011 United Kingdom census and the Census of Ireland 2011, 2,666 people on the island of Great Britain and 54 on the island of Ireland bore the surname Dann as of 2011. In the 1881 United Kingdom census there had been 1,858 people with the surname Dann, primarily at Kent, Sussex, London, and Norfolk. Henry is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 548K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Henry reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Henry

Meaning: home ruler

Germanic

From the Old High German Heimirich, composed of heim (home) and ric (power, ruler). Borne by eight kings of England.

Surname: Dann

English

Dann is an English surname. It is a toponymic surname which came from Middle English dene and Old English denu, "valley". Variant spellings include Dan and Dane. According to statistics compiled by Patrick Hanks on the basis of the 2011 United Kingdom census and the Census of Ireland 2011, 2,666 people on the island of Great Britain and 54 on the island of Ireland bore the surname Dann as of 2011. In the 1881 United Kingdom census there had been 1,858 people with the surname Dann, primarily at Kent, Sussex, London, and Norfolk.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Henry is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 46%
United Kingdom 24%
Germany 13%
Australia 9%
Canada 8%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Henry by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Henry has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Harry
  • Hal
  • Enrico
  • Henri
  • Heinrich
  • Henrik

Notable People Named Henry Dann

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Henry Dann:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Henry?
The first name Henry originates from Germanic. From the Old High German Heimirich, composed of heim (home) and ric (power, ruler). Borne by eight kings of England.
When was Henry most popular?
The name Henry reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Dann?
The surname Dann originates from English. Dann is an English surname. It is a toponymic surname which came from Middle English dene and Old English denu, "valley". Variant spellings include Dan and Dane. According to statistics compiled by Patrick Hanks on the basis of the 2011 United Kingdom census and the Census of Ireland 2011, 2,666 people on the island of Great Britain and 54 on the island of Ireland bore the surname Dann as of 2011. In the 1881 United Kingdom census there had been 1,858 people with the surname Dann, primarily at Kent, Sussex, London, and Norfolk.
What are the origins of the name Henry Dann?
The name Henry Dann combines two different traditions: the first name Henry has Germanic roots, while the surname Dann originates from English.
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