How common is the McHENRY surname?

There are approximately 8,000 people with the surname McHENRY in the United States.

Are there McHENRY soldiers in Civil War records?

Yes, 503 soldiers with the McHENRY surname appear in Civil War records.

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Q: What does the surname McHENRY mean?

The surname McHENRY means "Son of Henry, derived from the Germanic personal name Henry meaning 'estate ruler.'". It is of Irish/Scottish origin.

Patronymic

Meaning

Son of Henry, derived from the Germanic personal name Henry meaning 'estate ruler.'

Etymology

The 'Mc' prefix denotes 'son of' in Irish and Scottish Gaelic. Henry comes from Germanic elements 'heim' (home) and 'ric' (ruler).

About the McHENRY Surname

A patronymic surname derived from the personal name Henry, common in both Irish and Scottish communities. The name reflects the medieval practice of naming children after prominent figures.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 8,000 bearers in the United States #1,263 most common surname

Rare Common

Found in Ireland and Scotland, with significant presence in Ulster.

McHENRY Surname Distribution

Geographic distribution based on Civil War military records.

Fewer

People with the McHENRY Surname

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Quick Facts

Origin: Irish/Scottish
Classification: Patronymic
Earliest Record: 16th century
Estimated Bearers: 8,000

War Records

503 soldiers with the McHENRY surname found in Civil War records.

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