Hennie

Feminine variation of Henry, German

"estate ruler"

Hennie Origin and Meaning

The name Hennie is a girl's name.

Hennie is a feminine diminutive form of Henrietta or Hendrika, which ultimately derive from Henry and Henrik, meaning "home ruler" or "ruler of the household." With Dutch and Scandinavian origins, Hennie has a warm, friendly quality that maintains its traditional charm. In the Netherlands, it's sometimes used as a standalone name rather than just a nickname. The name has modest usage in the United States but enjoys greater popularity in countries like the Netherlands, Norway, and South Africa. Hennie combines the appeal of vintage feminine names with a light, approachable sound that works well in contemporary settings.

Hennie Rank in US Top 1000

# 859 in the US

Popularity of the name Hennie

• 30 Norway 2024

The name Hennie in Pop Culture

• Hennie Bird Referenced character in 'Top Girls' by Caryl Churchill