Find out how popular the first name Enry has been for the last 20 years (from 2004 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Enry by gender

Based on the last 20 years of data, Enry is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 9 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Enry.

The history of the first name Enry

The given name Enry has its origins in the English language, derived from the Germanic name Henry, which itself is a derivative of the Germanic name Heimrich. The name Henry can be traced back to the 8th century, with its roots in the Old Frankish "haimric," meaning "home ruler."

Enry emerged as a variant spelling of Henry, primarily used in English-speaking regions. The earliest recorded instances of the name Enry can be found in historical records and documents from the 12th century onwards, particularly in regions of England and parts of Scotland.

One of the earliest notable figures bearing the name Enry was Enry of Huntingdon, an English historian and author who lived from around 1088 to 1157. His work, "Historia Anglorum" (History of the English), is considered a significant source for the history of England during the Norman period.

Another historically significant figure with the name Enry was Enry VII, King of England from 1485 to 1509. He was the first monarch of the House of Tudor and is renowned for his role in ending the Wars of the Roses and establishing a new dynasty.

In the literary world, Enry Fielding, an English novelist and dramatist born in 1707, is widely regarded as a pioneer of the modern novel. His works, including "The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling" and "Amelia," are considered masterpieces of English literature.

Moving into the 19th century, Enry Wadsworth Longfellow, an American poet born in 1807, gained immense popularity for his works such as "The Song of Hiawatha" and "Paul Revere's Ride." His poetry played a significant role in shaping American literature and culture.

Lastly, Enry Ford, the American industrialist and business magnate born in 1863, revolutionized the automobile industry with his innovative assembly line techniques and the mass production of affordable automobiles, most notably the Model T.

While the name Enry has evolved from its Germanic roots and has been subject to various spellings over the centuries, it has maintained a significant presence in history, with notable individuals bearing this name leaving their mark across various fields, from literature and history to industry and royalty.

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