Anri is a Georgian masculine given name, serving as the Georgian form of Henri, which itself derives from the French version of the Germanic name Henry. The root name Henry comes from the Old High German Heimirich, composed of the elements heim "home" and rih "ruler", thus meaning "home ruler". The name spread across Europe through various royals and was adapted into many linguistic forms, including the French Henri and, ultimately, the Georgian Anri. In Georgia, Anri is used predominantly as a male given name, reflecting the broader cultural practice of adopting European names with localization. While not among the most common Georgian names, it is recognized within the context of Western-influenced naming trends. The name is unrelated to the Japanese pop singer Anri (born 1961), whose stage name is written with the kanji characters 杏里 meaning "apricot village", and is a completely distinct etymology and usage. Notable Bearers Notable individuals named Anri include Georgian public figures such as Anri Jokhadze, a professional footballer who has played for the Georgian national team. This reflects the name's presence in contemporary Georgian culture. Globally, the prominence of the derivative name Henry includes historical and cultural icons, providing the name with a sense of heritage that extends through its various European and Asian forms. Cultural and Linguistic Spread From the Germanic root Heimirich emerged countless variants: Henrik in Swedish and Danish, Jindřich and Hynek in Czech, Endika in Basque, Enric in Catalan, and indeed Anri in Georgian. This diversity underscores how the name has been adapted to fit the phonology and orthographic conventions of various language families. The use of Anri specifically illustrates Georgia's integration of European names into its naming pool, a process that has accelerated since the 19th century due to increased cultural exchange with Russia and Western Europe. Meaning: "home ruler" (from Henry) Origin: Georgian variant of French Henri, ultimately from Germanic Heimirich Type: First name Usage Regions: Georgia (primarily), also Japan (distinct etymology)