Henley Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationHEN-lee / /ˈhɛnli/English; Old English
Meaning
English: high meadow; Old English: from the hen's meadow
Historical & Cultural Background
In English, Henley is derived from a place name meaning 'high meadow.' It has historical significance as a surname and is associated with various locations in England. The Old English roots reflect the agricultural heritage of the region.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Henleigh
- Henlee
International Variants
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Famous people named Henley
Henley Regatta — famous rowing event.
Fictional characters named Henley
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Henley was first seen in the United States in 1991. Henley has ranked as high as #850 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in Texas, Tennessee, California, Georgia, and Missouri. In the past 5 years the name Henley has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Henley (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TN | 21 | |
| GA | 17 | |
| TX | 17 | |
| CA | 13 | |
| MO | 10 | |
| PA | 10 | |
| OH | 10 | |
| FL | 9 | |
| AL | 9 | |
| UT | 8 | |
| NC | 7 | |
| MN | 7 | |
| OK | 7 | |
| VA | 7 | |
| OR | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 15 |
| 2004 | 21 |
| 2005 | 25 |
| 2006 | 37 |
| 2007 | 28 |
| 2008 | 39 |
| 2009 | 61 |
| 2010 | 108 |
| 2011 | 135 |
| 2012 | 179 |
| 2013 | 319 |
| 2014 | 592 |
| 2015 | 559 |
| 2016 | 607 |
| 2017 | 599 |
| 2018 | 549 |
| 2019 | 502 |
| 2020 | 500 |
| 2021 | 477 |
| 2022 | 394 |
| 2023 | 355 |
| 2024 | 272 |