195 Stately Middle Names for Henry

There are many important things to consider when choosing a middle name for your child. You want a name that is special and unique to them, as well as one that will grow with them as they get older.

If you’re here, then you have chosen – or are strongly considering – the first name Henry for the little guy soon to join your family! Now you need a middle name that will be the perfect partner for Henry, complementary, thoughtful, and special to him.

There are many sources of inspiration for deciding on your child’s name. There may be a tradition of carrying on family names in order to honor a loved one.

You may choose to pay homage to a favorite city or place, element of nature, or character from a book. Or maybe you want a name that is unique to pair with Henry since it is a classic and regal name.

Whatever your preference, we have described some resources and tools for finding the best middle name for Henry.

In addition to the tools discussed below, we’ve included a list of our favorite middle names for Henry!

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What Does the Name Henry Mean?

Most believe that the name Henry stems from the common French name, Henri. But if we dig deeper into history, it seems that Henry first appeared as Heimeric, which is an old German name that means “house ruler.” This is a perfect name for your little king!

Henry has a royal and powerful feel to it, but it is still modern and stylish. It’s a versatile name as well and has maintained its popularity over many years. Since Henry is a more traditional name (just think of all the kings and authors bearing this name!) you can choose a middle name that is more unique to elevate the name Henry to a modern name.

Middle names like Grey, Declan, and Ronen are great modern names. Or you can roll with the traditional feel by choosing a middle name that is as timeless as Henry. All of these classic names sound terrific with Henry:

Radcliffe

This name is inspired by the famous actor Daniel Radcliffe. It has an interesting and unique sound to it.

Quincy

This name pays tribute to John Quincy Adams, the sixth president of the United States. It is both classic and modern.

William

This name has English origins and means “will, determination, and protection.” It is another great option for a middle name because it is strong and timeless.

Andrew

This name has Greek origins and means “manly.” It is a great option for a middle name because it is strong and classic.

Charles

This name has German origins and means “free man.” It is a perfect choice for a middle name because it is unique and interesting.

James

This name has Hebrew origins and means “supplanter.” It is a great option for a middle name because it is strong and biblical.

John

This name has Hebrew origins and means “God is gracious.” It is a perfect choice for a middle name because it is traditional and has such an encouraging meaning.

Frederick

This name is of German origin and means “peaceful ruler.” What a perfectly similar fit for Henry!

Popular People Named Henry

Henry Cavill, American actor

Henry Winkler, American actor and producer

Prince Harry of Wales (whose real name is Henry!)

Henry James, British writer

Henry David Thoreau, Philosopher, poet, and environmental scientist

How to Choose a Perfect Middle Name

Family Ties

Starting with the names of relatives is a great way to be inspired by a wonderful middle name for your little one. Sometimes there may even be names in your family tree that you love although you did not get a chance to know that family member!

Old-fashioned names, as some call them, can be a great source of inspiration for unique baby names. Consider names like Charles, Frank, Archie, Arthur, Robert, George, Oliver, Peter, and Samuel.

You may also have a grandfather, uncle, or brother whose first or middle name would be a great fit for Henry. My dad’s middle name is William, and we loved this name to pass down to our oldest son as a way to honor him.

My friends gave their son the name Jefferson as a tribute to a great-grandfather. There may also be some gender neutral names in your family that will be complementary to Henry.

Special Places

Does your family have a special vacation spot or place to visit? Have you spent time somewhere and that area now holds a special place in your heart?

One of my friends went for long walks in Edwin Warner Park when she was pregnant. It was such a sweet and special time for her. So much so that she fell in love with the name Warner and made it her son’s middle name!

Another friend grew up in Dallas, Texas but relocated to Europe when her husband accepted a new job. In an effort to pay homage to the town that had shaped her, they named their first son Jude Dallas.

Other boy names inspired by beautiful places include Phoenix, Kent, Boston, Jackson, Lucca, Shannon, and Zaire, to name a few.

Double Names

Here’s a novel idea – double names!

You may or may not be interested in a double name, but sometimes it’s fun to try on for size. Henry is a two-syllable name, so generally speaking, a one-syllable or two-syllable middle name could set Henry up for a double name.

Some good names for this option include Henry Luke, Henry Jack, Henry Tate, Henry John, Henry David, Henry Crew, Henry Jay, or Henry Blaine.

Favorite Shows or Books

If you don’t find any family or friends’ names that inspire you, consider books you’ve read or shows you’ve watched!

There’s Noah from The Notebook Gale from The Hunger Games series, or Oliver from so many kids’ shows and movies. There are also many Disney-inspired middle names for boys, such as James, Peter, Jock, Louie, Lyle, Max, Milo, Philip, Preston, Sebastian, and Victor.

When taking the literary route, you could choose from the names of authors or characters from their books!

Famous authors with classic names include Charles Dickens, Ernest Hemingway, George Orwell, Mark Twain, Oscar Wilde, and plenty more!

You may also consider this list of great character names: Asher, Augustus, Byron, Dante, Dorian, Finn, Heathcliffe, Holden, Jude, Milo, Oliver, Roland, Rome, and Tristan.

Cadence

For those of us who do not have a musical background, cadence simply refers to the harmonious pairing of certain sounds to make them memorable and pleasing to the ear. In music, they can be upbeat, ominous, rising, falling, you name it! The important part is that they create rhythm and flow.

Think of some of your favorite names from movies, television, books, and childhood stories. Which names stand out and why?

Did the first and last name begin with the same letter? Was the name unusual or strong? How did the last name complement the first?

Besides choosing words or letters that pair well together (think of literary tools such as alliteration), we can also create cadence through our use of syllable balance.

Syllables

When we count syllables, our last name is an important piece of the puzzle. Based on first and last name, do we need a short or long middle name? What gives our child’s name the best flow?

It’s not a perfect science – actually it’s more of an art form – but paying attention to the flow of middle names helps to create a name we love!

Best Middle Names for Henry

Henry Adair
Henry Alban
Henry Alexander
Henry Alexei
Henry Alfred
Henry Alistair
Henry Allen
Henry Alonzo
Henry Amadeus
Henry Ambrose
Henry Andrew
Henry Anton
Henry Apollo
Henry Asher
Henry Aslan
Henry Atlas
Henry Atticus
Henry August
Henry Augustine
Henry Augustus
Henry Austin
Henry Aymes
Henry Beckett
Henry Benjamin
Henry Bennett
Henry Birch
Henry Blaine
Henry Blaise
Henry Brandon
Henry Carter
Henry Caspian
Henry Cassius
Henry Cavanaugh
Henry Cedar
Henry Charles
Henry Chase
Henry Christopher
Henry Clark
Henry Cole
Henry Conner
Henry Conrad
Henry Cornelius
Henry Crew
Henry Cruz
Henry Curtis
Henry Dale
Henry Daniel
Henry David
Henry Davis
Henry Dawson
Henry Declan
Henry Desmond
Henry Dominic
Henry Dorian
Henry Douglas
Henry Drake
Henry Duke
Henry Edmond
Henry Edward
Henry Elezar
Henry Elias
Henry Elijah
Henry Elliot
Henry Ellis
Henry Ember
Henry Emerson
Henry Emilio
Henry Emmanuel
Henry Evan
Henry Evander
Henry Everest
Henry Everett
Henry Ezekiel
Henry Felix
Henry Ferdinand
Henry Finbar
Henry Finch
Henry Finn
Henry Fitzroy
Henry Fletcher
Henry Florestan
Henry Florian
Henry Flynn
Henry Forrest
Henry Fox
Henry Francis
Henry Fredrick
Henry Gabriel
Henry Garrett
Henry George
Henry Gerald
Henry Godfrey
Henry Graham
Henry Grant
Henry Gray
Henry Hadrian
Henry Hale
Henry Halston
Henry Hammond
Henry Harding
Henry Harlan
Henry Harmon
Henry Hawthorne
Henry Hayes
Henry Hayward
Henry Heath
Henry Holden
Henry Houston
Henry Hudson
Henry Hughes
Henry Hugo
Henry Isidore
Henry Issac
Henry Jack
Henry Jackson
Henry Jacob
Henry Jake
Henry James
Henry Jameson
Henry Jasper
Henry Jay
Henry Jericho
Henry John
Henry Jonah
Henry Joseph
Henry Joshua
Henry Jude
Henry Julian
Henry Knox
Henry Kurt
Henry Kyle
Henry Lachlan
Henry Lee
Henry Leo
Henry Lloyd
Henry Logan
Henry Lucas
Henry Lucca
Henry Ludovico
Henry Luke
Henry Maddox
Henry Malachi
Henry Mark
Henry Marshall
Henry Mason
Henry Matteo
Henry Matthew
Henry Michael
Henry Miles
Henry Milo
Henry Morgan
Henry Nathan
Henry Nathaniel
Henry Noah
Henry Oliver
Henry Orion
Henry Oscar
Henry Owen
Henry Parker
Henry Patrick
Henry Paul
Henry Pierce
Henry Quinn
Henry Rafe
Henry Ralph
Henry Reid
Henry Rivers
Henry Robin
Henry Roger
Henry Ronan
Henry Rowan
Henry Samuel
Henry Scott
Henry Sebastian
Henry Shawn
Henry Silas
Henry Simon
Henry Skylar
Henry Sylvan
Henry Theodore
Henry Thomas
Henry Titus
Henry Tobias
Henry Ulysses
Henry Vaughn
Henry Vincent
Henry Wade
Henry Walden
Henry Walt
Henry Wayne
Henry Wes
Henry Wilder
Henry William
Henry Wolfe
Henry Wyatt

Final Thoughts

We hope that this post has inspired you in your search for the perfect middle name for Henry. If one of the names on the list didn’t stand out, consider your places of inspiration – family, friends, a town or city, a favorite character or author, or something in nature. As you choose a name that has special meaning to you, we wish you all the best on your foray into parenthood!