Hensley Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationHENZ-lee / /ˈhɛn.zli/English; Old English
Meaning
Hensley: 'high' or 'from the high meadow' (Old English); 'son of Henry' (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Hensley has English origins, derived from Old English elements meaning 'high' and 'meadow.' It is also associated with the surname Hensley, which indicates lineage from the name Henry, a common name in medieval England.
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Variants
- Hensleigh
- Hensly
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hensley was first seen in the United States in 1995. Hensley has ranked as high as #1135 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in Texas, Tennessee, Georgia, Ohio, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Hensley has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hensley (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 | |
| AR | 6 | |
| TN | 6 | |
| CA | 5 | |
| IN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2010 | 29 |
| 2011 | 39 |
| 2012 | 46 |
| 2013 | 53 |
| 2014 | 90 |
| 2015 | 115 |
| 2016 | 164 |
| 2017 | 174 |
| 2018 | 208 |
| 2019 | 197 |
| 2020 | 221 |
| 2021 | 175 |
| 2022 | 138 |
| 2023 | 96 |
| 2024 | 82 |