Henri

Henri is a French variant of the Germanic name Henry, derived from the Old German name Heimrich. The name is comprised of the elements 'heim' meaning 'home' and 'rich' meaning 'ruler' or 'power'.

The name has been popular in France since the medieval era, borne by several French kings including Henri IV, who issued the Edict of Nantes granting rights to Protestants in 1598.

As a masculine name, Henri has been consistently used over the centuries in France and other French-speaking regions. It has also been adopted as a surname in some cases.

While retaining its French roots, Henri has spread to other cultures and is recognized as a variant of the more common spelling Henry, sharing its regal and strong connotations.