Henrietta
Henrietta is a feminine form of the name Henry, meaning 'ruler of the home' or 'estate ruler.' The name conveys a sense of dignity and strength, often associated with leadership and resilience. Henrietta is a classic name that evokes a sense of history and sophistication, making it timeless.
Key Stats
| Total births | 51,387 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1918 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | Yes |
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Notable People
Henrietta Lacks (Medical pioneer, HeLa cells) · Henrietta Szold (Founder of Hadassah) · Henrietta B. Fore (Former Director of USAID) · Henrietta Maria (Queen consort of Charles I of England) · Henrietta Leavitt (Astronomer, discovered the relationship between the luminosity and the period of Cepheid variable stars)
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