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Name Origin

Henri is a French masculine given name, which is a variant of Henry. It originates from the Germanic elements 'heim' meaning 'home' and 'ric' meaning 'ruler' or 'power'. Therefore, Henri traditionally means 'ruler of the home' or 'home ruler.'

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Famous People

Henri Matisse (1869-1954)

Painter

  • Pioneer of Fauvism
  • Influential modern artist
  • Known for vibrant colors and expressive lines

Henri Poincaré (1854-1912)

Mathematician

  • Contributions to topology, differential equations, and celestial mechanics
  • Considered one of the founders of modern mathematics

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec (1864-1901)

Painter

  • Known for his depictions of Parisian nightlife and cabaret scenes
  • Master of color and composition

Henri Rousseau (1844-1910)

Painter

  • Known as Le Douanier Rousseau (The Customs Officer)
  • Primitive and naive style, featuring jungle scenes

Henri Cartier-Bresson (1908-2004)

Photographer

  • Pioneer of street photography and photojournalism
  • Defined the concept of 'the decisive moment'

Henri Becquerel (1852-1908)

Physicist

  • Discovery of radioactivity
  • Nobel Prize in Physics (1903)

Similar Names

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Sibling Names

Genevieve

Both Henri and Genevieve are classic French names with elegant and sophisticated sounds.

Antoine

Henri and Antoine are traditional French names with similar origins and a timeless appeal.

Elodie

Both Henri and Elodie have a romantic and lyrical quality, fitting well within a shared French heritage.