Henok Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHEH-nok / /ˈhɛnɒk/Hebrew; Ethiopian
Meaning
Hebrew: 'dedicated'; Ethiopian: 'the one who is dedicated'
Historical & Cultural Background
Henok is a name of Hebrew origin, often associated with the biblical figure Enoch, who is noted for his righteousness. In Ethiopian culture, Henok is a common name and is linked to the Book of Enoch, an ancient Jewish text. The name has significance in both Jewish and Christian traditions, symbolizing devotion and piety.
Trend Summary
Henok is a less common name in the U.S., with limited popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Enoch
International Variants
- Henok (Amharic/Ethiopia)
- Enoch (English)
Famous people named Henok
Henok Goitom is a professional footballer known for his career in various European leagues.
Henok Tesfaye is an Ethiopian artist recognized for his contributions to contemporary art.
Henok Kifle is a notable Ethiopian long-distance runner who has competed in international events.
Henok Mulugeta is an Ethiopian entrepreneur known for his work in technology startups.
Fictional characters named Henok
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Henok was first seen in the United States in 1989. Henok has ranked as high as #1382 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Henok has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Henok (2002)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 16 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 18 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 7 |