Heinz
Heinz is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Home ruler, estate ruler.
Origin and history
Heinz is a traditional German masculine name that originated as a diminutive of Heinrich (Henry). While historically popular in German-speaking countries, it remains quite rare in the United States. Its usage in the U.S. peaked in the early-to-mid 20th century.
Popularity in the United States
649 babies in the United States have been named Heinz since 1880. It ranks #4027 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1922.
States where it is most popular
- NY (79.7 %)
- WI (20.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 12 |
| 1920-1930 | 126 |
| 1930-1940 | 93 |
| 1940-1950 | 14 |
| 1950-1960 | 98 |
| 1960-1970 | 136 |
| 1970-1980 | 82 |
| 1980-1990 | 34 |
| 1990-2000 | 15 |
| 2000-2010 | 17 |
| 2010-2019 | 17 |
| 2020-2029 | 5 |
Famous people named Heinz
- Heinz Guderian: General, Military Strategist
- Heinz Kohut: Psychoanalyst, Author
Fun facts
- Heinz developed as a pet form of Heinrich, similar to how Hank developed in English.
- Although best known in America as a surname associated with food production, it has a long history as a given name in Germany.