Henri (en. Henry)

/ɑ̃ʁi/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

A popular male first name in many French-speaking countries.

Henry is a traditional first name in France.

Henri est un prénom traditionnel en France.

Name of several kings of France.

Henry IV is known for his Edict of Nantes.

Henri IV est connu pour son édit de Nantes.

Name of a famous personality.

Henri Matisse was a famous French painter.

Henri Matisse était un célèbre peintre français.

Derived from the Germanic name Heimirich, meaning 'house of the king'.

Henry the king

Reference to Henry IV of France, often used to talk about kings in general.

Henri le roi

Hello Henry

A friendly greeting directed at a person named Henry.

Bonjour Henri

Henriette

A female first name, often considered the feminine form of Henry.

Henriette

Henrician

An adjective designating a period or style associated with Henry IV.

Henricien

Used to refer to a man who likes to stand out.

Look at that guy, he’s acting all Henry.

Regarde ce mec, il se la joue Henri.

Sometimes used to refer to an outfit that does not go unnoticed.

This style of clothing is really Henry.

Ce style vestimentaire fait vraiment Henri.