Henrietta Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Henrietta Name at a Glance

Name	Henrietta
Meaning	Feminine form of Henry: Home or House Ruler.
Origin	German
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Henrietta Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Henrietta means “Feminine form 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.

Henrietta Name Origin

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

Is Henrietta a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Henrietta

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