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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
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2025 · 3
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).