John-Henry
Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
John-Henry: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2025.
Derived from two classic names, John-Henry combines the Hebrew John, meaning "God is gracious," with the Germanic Henry, meaning "home ruler." This double-barreled form is especially popular in Scotland and the Southern United States, often used to honour two family members. Famous bearers include John Henry Newman, the influential 19th-century theologian and cardinal, and the legendary American folk hero John Henry, the steel-driving man who raced against a machine. While no specific places bear the
Boy 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20253 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #7623 babies
- Total births
- 3since 2025
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y