| Meaning | ruler of the home |
| Origin | German |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 4 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Syllabification | Hank |
Hank is a strong and timeless name for baby boys with its Germanic origins and meaning of "ruler of the home" or "estate ruler." This name carries an air of authority and leadership, making it an excellent choice for parents seeking a name that embodies strength.
Hank's variations, such as Heinrich, Henrik, Henry, and Henri, offer diverse options for personalization while still retaining the name's inherent qualities. The name's simplicity and classic appeal ensure it will never go out of style.
With its confident sound, Hank stands shoulder-to-shoulder with other similar names like Harry, Harvey, and Frank. The name Hank has also left its mark in various fields, with famous individuals like baseball legend Hank Aaron, country music icon Hank Williams, and actor Hank Azaria.
In the realm of fiction, characters like Hank Moody from "Californication" and Hank Hill from "King of the Hill" have further popularized the name. Hank's resonance in both real and fictional worlds highlights its enduring charm and significance.
When choosing a name for your baby boy, consider Hank—a name that exudes strength, leadership, and a touch of classic elegance.
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| 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 |
| 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" |