Henrique: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: Henrique · 3 syllables
Everything about the name Henrique: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Ruler of the home»
Gender
Boy
Origin
Germanic
Popularity
88 out of 100
Where Henrique is popular
- BrazilArpen-Brasil / Portal da Transparencia do Registro Civil#21
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About the Name Henrique
With its Germanic heritage, Henrique has long been valued for its meaning, "Ruler of the home." It is the kind of boy's name that carries a clear story parents can pass on.
In everyday speech Henrique is said Henrique (3 syllables). Henrique is usually used in full, without a common nickname.
Today Henrique is a well-loved favorite, scoring 88 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as strong.
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FAQ
What does the name Henrique mean?+
The name Henrique means "Ruler of the home".
What is the origin of the name Henrique?+
Henrique is a name of Germanic origin.
Is Henrique a girl or boy name?+
Henrique is traditionally a boy name.
How do you pronounce Henrique?+
Henrique is pronounced Henrique (3 syllables).
Is Henrique a popular name?+
Henrique is a well-loved favorite, scoring 88 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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