Boy
Hank
ruler of the home
About Hank
No-nonsense and authentically American, Hank is the epitome of straightforward masculinity and down-to-earth charm. This name doesn't put on airs—it's genuine, approachable, and instantly likeable. Hank evokes images of honest hard work, loyal friendship, and unshakeable integrity. There's a warmth to this name that makes people smile, a friendliness that breaks down barriers immediately. It's the name of someone you'd want as your neighbor, your teammate, your friend. Hank is unpretentious yet confident, simple yet strong. Parents choosing Hank are embracing classic Americana, selecting a name that's stood the test of time because it represents enduring values. It's short, punchy, and memorable—impossible to forget once you've met a Hank. The name works everywhere, from rural communities to urban centers, never feeling out of place. Hank suggests someone reliable and true, a person whose word means something. In an era of increasingly elaborate names, Hank offers refreshing simplicity and authentic character that needs no embellishment.
Popularity of the Name Hank
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1946 | #847 | ||
| 1947 | #791 | ||
| 1948 | #813 | ||
| 1949 | #842 | ||
| 1950 | #749 | ||
| 1951 | #691 | ||
| 1952 | #682 | ||
| 1953 | #576 | ||
| 1954 | #552 | ||
| 1955 | #663 | ||
| 1956 | #589 | ||
| 1957 | #614 | ||
| 1958 | #633 | ||
| 1959 | #612 | ||
| 1960 | #624 | ||
| 1961 | #632 | ||
| 1962 | #634 | ||
| 1963 | #589 | ||
| 1964 | #580 | ||
| 1965 | #559 | ||
| 1966 | #597 | ||
| 1967 | #620 | ||
| 1968 | #656 | ||
| 1969 | #721 | ||
| 1970 | #660 | ||
| 1971 | #775 | ||
| 1972 | #767 | ||
| 1973 | #780 | ||
| 1974 | #752 | ||
| 1975 | #846 | ||
| 1976 | #960 | ||
| 1977 | #934 | ||
| 1980 | #926 | ||
| 1981 | #886 | ||
| 1982 | #982 | ||
| 1983 | #830 | ||
| 1984 | #894 | ||
| 1985 | #976 | ||
| 1986 | #944 | ||
| 1987 | #904 | ||
| 1988 | #972 | ||
| 2010 | #806 | ||
| 2011 | #692 | #809 | |
| 2012 | #685 | #967 | |
| 2013 | #632 | #974 | |
| 2014 | #603 | #854 | |
| 2015 | #535 | ||
| 2016 | #486 | #601 | |
| 2017 | #451 | #698 | |
| 2018 | #457 | #593 | |
| 2019 | #458 | #520 | |
| 2020 | #483 | #693 | |
| 2021 | #434 | #533 | |
| 2022 | #445 | #492 | |
| 2023 | #444 | #701 | |
| 2024 | #425 | #690 | |
| 2025 | #413 | #505 |
Top names by country: United States · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Hank
Names Similar to Hank
Nicknames for Hank
- H
- Han
- Hanky
- Henry
Famous People Named Hank
| Hank Aaron | American baseball player |
| Hank Williams | American country music singer |
| Hank Greenberg | American baseball player |
| Hank Ketcham | American cartoonist and creator of "Dennis the Menace" |
| Hank Ballard | American singer-songwriter |
| Hank Snow | Canadian country music singer |
| Hank Thompson | American country music singer |
| Hank Locklin | American country music singer |
| Hank Marvin | English musician, member of The Shadows |
| Hank Haney | American golf instructor |
| Hank Jones | American jazz pianist |
| Hank Green | American author and YouTuber |
| Hank Azaria | American actor and voice artist |
Characters Named Hank
| Hank Moody | character from the TV show "Californication" |
| Hank Hill | character from the TV show "King of the Hill" |
| Hank Pym | character from Marvel Comics |
| Hank Schrader | character from the TV show "Breaking Bad" |
| Hank McCoy | character from Marvel Comics, also known as Beast |
| Hank Morgan | character from Mark Twain's "A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court" |