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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Home ruler
- Origin
- Scandinavian (Old Swedish, form of Henry)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- HEN-rik
Henrik is a Scandinavian name, a form of Henry rooted in Old Swedish, carrying the meaning "home ruler." It's pronounced HEN-rik, and it sits at the classic end of the spectrum while still reading as a global pick — U.S. Social Security records show it in use every year from 1935 to 2024.
Meaning & Origin of Henrik
Meaning: Home ruler.
Origin: Scandinavian (Old Swedish, form of Henry).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Henrik
HEN-rikIPA /ˈhɛnrɪk/
Popularity of Henrik
Henrik hit its high point in 2018, ranking #756 with 313 babies given the name; by 2024 it had eased to #917, with 252 babies.
Names Like Henrik
These names share Henrik’s style, era or origin.
FAQ
What does the name Henrik mean?
Home ruler. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Henrik?
Henrik is pronounced HEN-rik (IPA: /ˈhɛnrɪk/).
Is Henrik a popular name right now?
Henrik peaked at #756 in 2018 and is ranked #917 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1935–2024.)
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