Henderson Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHEN-der-sun / /ˈhɛndərsən/English; Scottish
Meaning
Son of Henry
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Henderson is derived from the surname, which means 'son of Henry.' It has roots in both English and Scottish cultures. The name Henry itself comes from the Germanic name Heinrich, meaning 'ruler of the home.' Henderson has been used as a given name primarily in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Henderson has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the early to mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hendry
- Henderson
International Variants
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Famous people named Henderson
Henderson Alvarez is a professional baseball player known for his pitching skills in Major League Baseball.
Henderson the Rain King is a novel by Saul Bellow that explores themes of identity and self-discovery.
Fictional characters named Henderson
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Henderson was first seen in the United States in 1880. Henderson has ranked as high as #790 nationally, which occurred in 1918, and has been most popular in North Carolina, Mississippi, Alabama, Texas, and Louisiana. In the past 5 years the name Henderson has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Henderson (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| GA | 7 | |
| TX | 6 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 12 |
| 1881 | 13 |
| 1882 | 27 |
| 1883 | 15 |
| 1884 | 17 |
| 1885 | 13 |
| 1886 | 16 |
| 1887 | 14 |
| 1888 | 13 |
| 1889 | 20 |
| 1890 | 14 |
| 1891 | 16 |
| 1892 | 21 |
| 1893 | 20 |
| 1894 | 16 |
| 1895 | 25 |
| 1896 | 16 |
| 1897 | 10 |
| 1898 | 18 |
| 1899 | 12 |
| 1900 | 20 |
| 1901 | 11 |
| 1902 | 19 |
| 1903 | 9 |
| 1904 | 18 |
| 1905 | 25 |
| 1906 | 18 |
| 1907 | 14 |
| 1908 | 19 |
| 1909 | 22 |
| 1910 | 19 |
| 1911 | 16 |
| 1912 | 35 |
| 1913 | 40 |
| 1914 | 40 |
| 1915 | 60 |
| 1916 | 71 |
| 1917 | 71 |
| 1918 | 83 |
| 1919 | 61 |
| 1920 | 76 |
| 1921 | 61 |
| 1922 | 63 |
| 1923 | 64 |
| 1924 | 66 |
| 1925 | 60 |
| 1926 | 55 |
| 1927 | 63 |
| 1928 | 61 |
| 1929 | 50 |
| 1930 | 39 |
| 1931 | 42 |
| 1932 | 50 |
| 1933 | 43 |
| 1934 | 45 |
| 1935 | 36 |
| 1936 | 41 |
| 1937 | 36 |
| 1938 | 40 |
| 1939 | 47 |
| 1940 | 37 |
| 1941 | 44 |
| 1942 | 36 |
| 1943 | 40 |
| 1944 | 44 |
| 1945 | 39 |
| 1946 | 36 |
| 1947 | 43 |
| 1948 | 39 |
| 1949 | 43 |
| 1950 | 48 |
| 1951 | 47 |
| 1952 | 35 |
| 1953 | 41 |
| 1954 | 36 |
| 1955 | 36 |
| 1956 | 24 |
| 1957 | 23 |
| 1958 | 29 |
| 1959 | 30 |
| 1960 | 14 |
| 1961 | 32 |
| 1962 | 28 |
| 1963 | 21 |
| 1964 | 17 |
| 1965 | 17 |
| 1966 | 27 |
| 1967 | 22 |
| 1968 | 19 |
| 1969 | 22 |
| 1970 | 14 |
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1972 | 13 |
| 1973 | 21 |
| 1974 | 12 |
| 1975 | 15 |
| 1976 | 14 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1978 | 17 |
| 1979 | 19 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1982 | 22 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 18 |
| 1986 | 15 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 19 |
| 1990 | 16 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 18 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 22 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 27 |
| 2009 | 22 |
| 2010 | 25 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 19 |
| 2013 | 22 |
| 2014 | 36 |
| 2015 | 33 |
| 2016 | 30 |
| 2017 | 32 |
| 2018 | 31 |
| 2019 | 55 |
| 2020 | 55 |
| 2021 | 46 |
| 2022 | 76 |
| 2023 | 45 |
| 2024 | 72 |