Henrick
Meaning of Henrick
Henrick, a masculine given name of Germanic derivation, comprises the morphemes haim (home) and ric (power), thereby signifying “ruler of the household.” As the Swedish orthographic variant of Henrik and a cognate of the English Henry, it is articulated uniformly as /ˈhɛn.rɪk/ in both linguistic contexts. Historically borne by figures such as the Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen, the name conveys associations of disciplined leadership and Nordic heritage. In the United States, Henrick has maintained a consistent, albeit niche, profile—peaking at 28 births (rank 890) in 2020 and registering 17 (rank 907) in 2024—indicative of its appeal among anglophone parents seeking a technically precise, culturally versatile appellation with classical resonance.
Pronunciation
Swedish
- Pronunced as HEN-rik (/ˈhɛn.ˌrɪk/)
English
- Pronunced as HEN-rik (/ˈhɛnrɪk/)
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