Harry

Meaning

A ruler of an estate or home ruler.

Etymology

Harry is a medieval English diminutive of Henry, derived from the Germanic name Heinrich, composed of 'heim' (home) and 'ric' (ruler, power). Over time, Harry became an independent name rather than merely a nickname.

About the Name Harry

Harry is a friendly, approachable name that originated as a diminutive but has long been used as a primary name. It carries both royal associations and a casual, personable quality.

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