Henson: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: h-ehns-ohn
Origin: United States
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: Son of hans

The name Henson is of English origin, derived from the Old English word "hænsa," meaning "son of Hans." It has been a popular name in the United States since the 19th century. Henson name significance: Henson reflects traditional roots as a patronymic name derived from Henry, meaning 'ruler of the household.' Henson is an important name because it carries a sense of heritage and stability, making it a timeless choice for families.

Henson Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Henson is currently #10409 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Henson is currently #4522 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Henson is currently #5101 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Henson is currently #2244 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Henson is currently #5235 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Henson is currently #2284 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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