Henry

Henry comes from Old High German Heimrich, composed of heim meaning "home" and ric meaning "power" or "ruler" — giving it the meaning "ruler of the home." It was one of the most popular royal names in medieval Europe, carried by eight English kings, and it has never really gone out of fashion. As a pet name, Henry carries that same sense of settled, domestic authority — the companion who genuinely runs the household.

Henry holds the #57 spot among US pet names, with over 1,460 companions sharing it. The name has experienced a dramatic resurgence over the past decade, driven by a broader enthusiasm for classic, substantial names that feel both dignified and warm. Henry suits companions who have a certain gravitas — animals who seem older and wiser than their years, who settle into a room with quiet authority and receive visitors with measured grace. It is a name that wears extremely well over time.