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Henson

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Henson is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “An English surname-turned-first name, meaning 'son of Henry,' from Germanic elements.”. It currently ranks #5108 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2015.

Letters6
Syllables2
OriginEnglish

What Henson Means

An English surname-turned-first name, meaning 'son of Henry,' from Germanic elements.

The Story of Henson

More than a surname, Henson is a legacy of creativity and joy, the signature of a world-changer.

Henson is an English surname that has gracefully transitioned into a first name, originating from the Germanic elements meaning 'son of Henry.' It carries the weight of ancestral connection and the practical, resourceful spirit often associated with English heritage. The name gained widespread recognition through the visionary Jim Henson.

To call your son Henson is to invoke a spirit of boundless imagination and gentle determination. It’s a name that suggests a future filled with creativity and problem-solving, perfectly suited for the child who will bring wonder into your world. You’ll feel the steady reliability of this name as you write it on his birth announcement, a signature of joy.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Jim Henson

    Creator of The Muppets and Sesame Street.

Personality Traits

ReliablePracticalIndependentResourceful

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#33 in 2015

Total Births

528

First Recorded

1916

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