UK boy's name
Henoc
A masculine given name of Hebrew origin meaning "dedicated" or "consecrated".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2005. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Henoc is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Henoc popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2005 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3849, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2002, with 4 births.
This profile covers 10 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2002 to 2005. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 10 living people in the UK are called Henoc. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2006 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Henoc ranked #3849 for boys in England and Wales in 2005, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2002, when 4 boys were registered as Henoc.
- • About 10 living people in the UK are estimated to have Henoc as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3849
2005
Births in 2005
3
Latest year
Peak year
2002
4 births
Estimated living
10
2026
Meaning
What does Henoc mean?
The name Henoc originated from the Hebrew name Hanokh, which is derived from the root word "khanak," meaning "to dedicate" or "to train." It is believed to have originated during the ancient times, dating back to the period of the Old Testament in the Bible.
The name Henoc is mentioned in the Book of Genesis as one of the patriarchs who lived before the great flood. According to the biblical account, Henoc was the son of Jared and the father of Methuselah, and he was known for walking with God and being taken by God without experiencing death.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Henoc can be found in the Septuagint, which is the earliest known Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible. In this translation, the name appears as "Enoch."
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Henoc. One of the most famous was Henoc Armand Vaillant (1590-1676), a French engraver and printmaker who was renowned for his etchings and engravings depicting biblical scenes and mythological subjects.
Another notable figure was Henoc Muindi (1922-2008), a Kenyan politician and activist who played a significant role in the struggle for independence from British colonial rule. He served as a member of the Kenyan Parliament and was a vocal advocate for human rights and social justice.
In the 16th century, Henoc Clapisson (1540-1622) was a French Protestant theologian and scholar who made significant contributions to the field of biblical exegesis and translated several religious texts into French.
During the 18th century, Henoc Roëll (1750-1821) was a Dutch painter and engraver known for his landscapes and portraits. His works are highly regarded and can be found in several prestigious art collections around the world.
In more recent times, Henoc Muñoz (1939-2021) was a renowned Mexican actor and director who appeared in numerous television shows and films throughout his career, earning critical acclaim for his versatile performances.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have borne the name Henoc throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human civilization.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Henoc over time
The chart below shows babies named Henoc registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2002 to 2005. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Henoc, the clearest high point is 2002. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2005, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Henoc by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Henoc was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #3317 | 10 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Henoc
- Harry 141,693
- Henry 65,177
- Harrison 45,958
- Harvey 35,648
- Harley 22,095
- Hugo 18,779
- Hayden 12,622
- Hunter 10,350
- Hudson 9,104
- Hamza 8,564
- Hassan 5,982
- Hasan 3,599
FAQ
Henoc: questions and answers
How popular is the name Henoc in the UK right now?
In 2005, Henoc was ranked #3849 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Henoc most popular?
The peak year on record was 2002, with 4 babies registered as Henoc in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Henoc?
A masculine given name of Hebrew origin meaning "dedicated" or "consecrated".
How many people are called Henoc in the UK?
A total of 10 babies have been registered as Henoc across the 3 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.