Hank is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #1168 in 2004 with 134 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 776 births ranking #413. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 81.1%. In 2004, approximately 1 in every 14,812 boys born was named Hank. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Hank is a brisk, sturdy short form of Henry and carries the same broad meaning of household rule. It feels casual, direct, and distinctly American in tone.
The name developed through nickname use and later became a full given name in its own right. Its appeal often lies in sounding plainspoken and dependable.