Henock is an ancient name of Ethiopian origin, derived from the Ge'ez language. It translates to "the firstborn son." Historically significant, it is the name given to one of Noah's sons in Ethiopian Orthodox tradition, rather than Ham as mentioned in the Hebrew Bible. This variation is reflected in the Book of Jubilees, an ancient Jewish work. The name Henock is also associated with Enoch, a figure from the Bible who walked with God and was taken directly to heaven without experiencing death. In some cultures, it is believed that individuals named after him are blessed with long lives, reflecting his biblical association.
The name Henock experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years with a peak of 7 births in 2004 and no births recorded in other years like 2005, 2006, or 2008. However, it maintained a steady presence with at least one birth each year from 2003 to 2009, totaling 23 births over this period.