Henrietta
GirlFrench
Henrietta is a girl name of French origin meaning "one who rules the household".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
French
Religion
None
Popularity
10 / 100
Syllables
3
Length
9 letters
Meaning
one who rules the household
Etymology
Henrietta is the feminine form of Henry, derived from the Germanic name Heinrich, composed of the elements heim "home" and ric "ruler, power". It entered English via the French diminutive Henriette.
Famous People Named Henrietta
- Henrietta Swan Leavitt — American astronomer and human calculator (1868–1921)
- Henrietta Lacks — American woman whose cancer cells are the source of the HeLa cell line (1920–1951)
- Henrietta of England — English princess, duchesse of Orléans (1644-1670)
- Henrietta Szold — American Zionist (1860–1945)
Frequently Asked Questions About Henrietta
What does the name Henrietta mean?
Henrietta means "one who rules the household", and is of French origin.
What is the origin of the name Henrietta?
Henrietta originates from French, commonly used in Western Europe.
Is Henrietta a boy or girl name?
Henrietta is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Henrietta associated with?
Henrietta is associated with None.
Are there famous people named Henrietta?
Yes — notable people named Henrietta include Henrietta Swan Leavitt (American astronomer and human calculator, 1868–1921), Henrietta Lacks (American woman whose cancer cells are the source of the HeLa cell line, 1920–1951), Henrietta of England (English princess, 1644-1670) and Henrietta Szold (American Zionist, 1860–1945).
Last updated: June 2026