Humphrey

American  

[huhm-free] / ˈhʌm fri /

noun

1. Duke of Gloucester, 1391–1447, English soldier and statesman (youngest son of Henry IV).

2. Doris, 1895–1958, U.S. dancer, choreographer, and teacher.

3. Hubert H(oratio), 1911–78, U.S. politician: vice president 1965–69.

4. a male given name: from Germanic words meaning “high” and “peace.”

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Humphrey British  

/ ˈhʌmfrɪ /

noun

1. See Gloucester

2. Hubert Horatio. 1911–78, US statesman; vice-president of the US under President Johnson (1965–69)

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Example Sentences

Humphrey, the Court said a prisoner named Roy Heck couldn’t seek monetary damages for what he claimed was an unconstitutional manslaughter conviction, without first getting it overturned or impugned in some way.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

Humphrey points out the hard work that goes into the job.

From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026

The dog has since become a fan favorite, Batson notes, adding that his team is designing a plush Humphrey toy to offer at the merch booth.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2026

That added to the Broncos' lead after touchdowns by Frank Crum and Lil'Jordan Humphrey had cancelled out Mecole Hardman's opener for Buffalo.

From BBC • Jan. 17, 2026

“It was an awful looking place,” Humphrey said.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson