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Heim, meaning "home" or "estate," and ric, meaning "power," "ruler," or "might," are the Germanic roots of Henry. These elements combine to form Heinrich in Old High German. The name literally translates to "ruler of the home" or "powerful home ruler." The Old French form, Henri, emerged as the Germanic name spread through Europe. English adopted Henry from the French form after the Norman Conquest. Henry's popularity surged in England due to its association with numerous kings, starting with Henry I in the 12th century. The name spread throughout Europe with royal families and migration. Variations include Harry, Hank, and Hal as diminutives. Henri is common in French-speaking regions. The name has experienced periods of high and low popularity, remaining a consistently used name across many cultures.