Humphry

Humphry is a masculine given name used in English-speaking countries. It is a spelling variant of Humphrey, a traditional name with medieval roots that spread to England after Norman influence.

In modern usage, the form Humphry is uncommon but attested, particularly in Britain, and is sometimes found in older families or in formal contexts. The name is typically considered a variant of Humphrey, with the two spellings sharing a common origin.

Notable bearers include Sir Humphry Davy (1778–1829), an English chemist who isolated several elements and helped develop electrochemistry and safety-lamp technology; and Humphry Repton (1752–1818), an English landscape gardener known for his influential design proposals and the Red Book portfolios that illustrated planned improvements to estates.

The name Humphry is generally regarded as a variant of Humphrey; the spellings are used interchangeably in some records. Both forms trace back to medieval Germanic roots and have remained in use in English-speaking contexts, though Humphrey is the more common modern spelling.