Henrique
Henrique is a Christian boy name of Germanic, via Portuguese origin, meaning “Ruler of the home”.
| Meaning | Ruler of the home |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Germanic, via Portuguese |
| Pronunciation | en-HEE-kee |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Brazil, Portugal |
Meaning and origin of Henrique
Henrique is the Portuguese form of Henry, from the Germanic Heimirich, combining 'heim', home, and 'rīc', ruler or power. Portugal's own history gives it special weight: Henrique of Burgundy was the father of the first Portuguese king, and Prince Henry the Navigator sponsored the voyages of the Age of Discovery. In Brazil it is often used as a middle name or in pairs like Pedro Henrique.
Is Henrique a Christian name?
Henrique has no biblical background, though Saint Henry II, a Holy Roman Emperor, is honoured in Catholic tradition.
How popular is Henrique?
Widely used in Brazil and Portugal, often in compound names.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Henrique mean?
Henrique means 'Ruler of the home'. It is of Germanic, via Portuguese origin.
Is Henrique a Christian name?
Henrique has no biblical background, though Saint Henry II, a Holy Roman Emperor, is honoured in Catholic tradition.
How do you pronounce Henrique?
Henrique is pronounced en-HEE-kee.
Is Henrique a boy or girl name?
Henrique is usually a boy name.