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Hennessy

male

Meaning

"Descendant of Aonghus"

Hennessy originates as an Irish surname and is increasingly used as a given name in English-speaking settings.

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Popularity History of Hennessy

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#11397Ranked in 2024

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Hennessy was nationally ranked in 2024.

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entered the rankings in 2024

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, latest release 2024. Names used fewer than 5 times in a given year are not ranked.

Hennessy Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Hennessy.

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Henie
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Baby Name Lists That Include Hennessy

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Quick Facts

OriginIrish
Syllables3
Length8 letters

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