MacHenry - name meaning, origin

The boy's name MacHenry \m(a)-chen-

is of Scottish and Gaelic origin, and its meaning is "son of Henry". Fort McHenry was part of the defenses of Baltimore in the War of 1812, and the inspiration for Francis Scott Key's "The Star-Spangled Banner".

MacHenry has 1 variant form: McHenry.

MacHenry is an uncommon first name for men and an equally uncommon last name for both men and women. (1990 U.S. Census)

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