UK girl's name
Henriette
A feminine French name derived from the Germanic words "heim" and "ric", meaning "ruler of the household".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2022. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Henriette is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Henriette popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2022 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5669, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 1996, with 3 births.
This profile covers 33 England and Wales registrations across 11 recorded years from 1996 to 2022. 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 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 33 living people in the UK are called Henriette. 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 2023 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Henriette ranked #5669 for girls in England and Wales in 2022, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 1996, when 3 girls were registered as Henriette.
- • About 33 living people in the UK are estimated to have Henriette as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5669
2022
Births in 2022
3
Latest year
Peak year
1996
3 births
Estimated living
33
2026
Meaning
What does Henriette mean?
The name Henriette is a feminine form of the French name Henri, which is derived from the Germanic name Heimrich. The name Heimrich is composed of the elements "heim" meaning "home" and "ric" meaning "power" or "ruler." It arose during the Middle Ages and originally referred to landowners and those in positions of authority over their homesteads.
Henriette first emerged as a given name during the medieval period in France. It gained popularity among the French nobility and upper classes during the Renaissance era. The earliest recorded example of the name dates back to the 12th century, when it was used by a member of the French royal family.
One of the most notable historical figures bearing the name Henriette was Henriette Marie of France (1609-1669), the queen consort of King Charles I of England. Her marriage to Charles I in 1625 helped strengthen the political alliance between France and England during a tumultuous period in European history.
Another prominent Henriette was Henriette Anne of England (1644-1670), the youngest daughter of King Charles I and Queen Henriette Marie. She was known for her profound influence on the arts and literature of her time, serving as a patron to many influential writers and artists.
In the realm of literature, Henriette d'Angeville (1624-1696) was a French writer and salonnière who played a significant role in the intellectual and literary circles of 17th-century Paris. Her salon attracted some of the era's most celebrated figures, including Molière and La Fontaine.
Moving into the 18th century, Henriette de Bourbon (1725-1780) was a member of the French royal family and a prominent figure during the reign of Louis XV. She was known for her philanthropic efforts and her support of the arts and sciences.
Finally, Henriette Desportes (1770-1847) was a French artist and painter who gained recognition for her portraits and historical paintings. Her works are celebrated for their attention to detail and their ability to capture the essence of her subjects.
These are just a few examples of the many notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Henriette, showcasing its enduring presence across various periods and cultural contexts.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Henriette over time
The chart below shows babies named Henriette registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2022. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Henriette, the clearest high point is 1996. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2022, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Henriette by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Henriette 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5669 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #5710 | 18 | 6 |
| 2000s | #4930 | 6 | 2 |
| 1990s | #3848 | 6 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Henriette
- Hannah 67,635
- Holly 52,307
- Harriet 24,781
- Hollie 17,902
- Harper 15,784
- Heidi 12,675
- Hallie 9,873
- Hope 9,414
- Hayley 5,968
- Hazel 5,954
- Hanna 5,735
- Heather 5,497
FAQ
Henriette: questions and answers
How popular is the name Henriette in the UK right now?
In 2022, Henriette was ranked #5669 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Henriette most popular?
The peak year on record was 1996, with 3 babies registered as Henriette in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Henriette?
A feminine French name derived from the Germanic words "heim" and "ric", meaning "ruler of the household".
How many people are called Henriette in the UK?
A total of 33 babies have been registered as Henriette across the 11 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.