Male Name
Heinz
ˈhaɪ̯nt͡s
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
Austrian presidents
bass guitarists
brand names
David Mitchell characters
diminutives
food
German Animal Crossing characters
Hunters characters
isograms
Macross characters
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
48/100
classic160%
mature120%
upper class65%
urban80%
strong160%
rough80%
strange120%
simple80%
Meaning & Etymology
Heinz is a diminutive form of the name Heinrich, which is of German origin. The name Heinrich itself means 'home ruler' or 'ruler of the household,' derived from the Old High German words 'heim' (home) and 'rihhi' (ruler). Heinz has been widely used in German-speaking countries and has gained international recognition, particularly through the H. J. Heinz Company, founded by Henry J. Heinz in 1869.
Etymology
Original Form:
Heinrich
Evolution:
Heinz evolved as a diminutive form of Heinrich, commonly used in German-speaking regions.
Source:
German