Henrietta
Henrietta is a Christian girl name of Germanic, via French origin, meaning “Ruler of the home”.
| Meaning | Ruler of the home |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Germanic, via French |
| Pronunciation | hen-ree-ET-uh |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United Kingdom, United States, Netherlands |
Meaning and origin of Henrietta
Henrietta is a Latinised feminine of the French Henriette, from Henri, the French form of Henry. Henry comes from the Germanic heim, 'home', and ric, 'ruler' or 'power'. The name reached England with Henrietta Maria of France, queen of Charles I, after whom the American state of Maryland was named. It was a favourite in Victorian Britain and is now enjoying a quieter revival, often shortened to Hattie or Etta.
Is Henrietta a Christian name?
Henrietta has no biblical root; it is a royal European name that was used widely in Christian families but carries no particular religious meaning.
How popular is Henrietta?
An uncommon vintage choice in Britain and the United States, with steady use in the Netherlands and Scandinavia as Henriette.
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Spellings and variants of Henrietta
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Henrietta mean?
Henrietta means 'Ruler of the home'. It is of Germanic, via French origin.
Is Henrietta a Christian name?
Henrietta has no biblical root; it is a royal European name that was used widely in Christian families but carries no particular religious meaning.
How do you pronounce Henrietta?
Henrietta is pronounced hen-ree-ET-uh.
Is Henrietta a boy or girl name?
Henrietta is usually a girl name.