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Whats in his name
HENRY
Gender: Masculine
Usage: English
Pronounced: HEN-ree [key]
From the Germanic name Heimiric which meant "home ruler", composed of the elements heim "home" and ric "power, ruler". This name was introduced into Britain by the Normans. It was borne by eight kings of England including the infamous Henry VIII, as well as six kings of France and seven kings of Germany. Other famous bearers include arctic naval explorer Henry Hudson, novelist Henry James, and automobile manufacturer Henry Ford.
IAN
Gender: Masculine
Usage: Scottish, English
Pronounced: EE-an [key]
Modern Scottish form of JOHN
Source: http://www.behindthename.com
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