Henrik
Henrik is a Christian boy name of Germanic, via Scandinavian origin, meaning “Ruler of the home”.
| Meaning | Ruler of the home |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Germanic, via Scandinavian |
| Pronunciation | HEN-rik |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland |
Meaning and origin of Henrik
Henrik is the Scandinavian, Hungarian and Slovene form of Henry, from the Germanic heim, 'home', and ric, 'ruler'. Saint Henry of Uppsala, a twelfth-century bishop, is revered as the patron saint of Finland. Famous bearers include the Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen.
Is Henrik a Christian name?
Henrik is used in Lutheran Scandinavia and Catholic Hungary, linked to Saint Henry of Uppsala, patron of Finland.
How popular is Henrik?
Common in Scandinavia, especially in the mid-twentieth century.
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Spellings and variants of Henrik
Names similar to Henrik
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Henrik mean?
Henrik means 'Ruler of the home'. It is of Germanic, via Scandinavian origin.
Is Henrik a Christian name?
Henrik is used in Lutheran Scandinavia and Catholic Hungary, linked to Saint Henry of Uppsala, patron of Finland.
How do you pronounce Henrik?
Henrik is pronounced HEN-rik.
Is Henrik a boy or girl name?
Henrik is usually a boy name.