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Henning - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity
- Spelling of Henning
- H-E-N-N-I-N-G, is a 7-letter male given name.
- Pronunciation of Henning
- HE-ning
- Meaning of Henning
- Ruler of the enclosure, ruler of the house, ruler of an estate.
- Origin of Henning
- The name 'Henning' has Germanic origins. It is derived from the Germanic personal name 'Hanno', which means 'high' or 'ruler'. The name 'Henning' is a diminutive form of 'Hanno', indicating a smaller or more familiar version of the name.
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- Similar Names, Nicknames, & Spelling Variations of Henning
- Arrigo
- Eanruig
- Endrickas
- Enric
- Enrico
- Enrikos
- Enrique
- Enskys
- Enzio
- Ezio
- Hal
- Hank
- Harry
- Heike
- Heindrick
- Heiner
- Heinrich
- Heinrick
- Heinz
- Hendrick
- Hendriks
- Henerick
- Henri
- Henrik
- Henrikus
- Henrique
- Henry
- Henryk
- Hinrich
- Popularity of Henning
- The popularity of the name 'Henning' has varied throughout history. It has been more commonly used in German-speaking countries, particularly in Germany and Denmark. However, it has not achieved widespread popularity globally.
- Henning currently has 1 like, and is in the top 14% of liked boy's names. The name Adom is slightly more popular than Henning.
Etymology of Henning
The name 'Henning' is derived from the Germanic word 'Hanno', which originated from the Germanic elements 'haima' meaning 'home' and 'ric' meaning 'ruler'. When combined, these elements create the meaning 'ruler of the home' or 'home ruler'.
Cultural Significance of Henning
In Germanic cultures, names often carry meanings that reflect the values and aspirations of the parents. The name 'Henning' signifies a sense of leadership and authority within the context of the home or family. It may represent the parents' desire for their child to become a responsible and respected figure within their household.