Hank Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Hank Name at a Glance

Name	Hank
Meaning	Diminutive of Henry: Home or House Ruler.
Origin	German
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Hank Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Hank means “Diminutive of Henry: Home or House Ruler”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Hank Name Origin

Our database records Hank under German origin. Browse more German baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Hank a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Hank is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Hank

When considering Hank for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.