Male Name
Hendrik
ˈɦɛn.drɪk
ˈhɛn.dʁɪk
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
boxers
Dragon Quest characters
Dutch royal family
Estonian presidents
harmonicists
isograms
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
73/100
classic120%
mature140%
formal160%
upper class120%
natural65%
wholesome100%
strong160%
refined65%
strange65%
serious100%
Meaning & Etymology
Hendrik is a Dutch and Estonian cognate of the name Heinrich, which is derived from the Old High German name 'Heimirich', meaning 'home ruler' or 'ruler of the household'. The name has been widely used in various European cultures and has evolved over time to include different variations and spellings.
Etymology
Original Form:
Heimirich
Evolution:
The name evolved from the Old High German 'Heimirich' to 'Heinrich' in Middle High German, and then to 'Heinrich' in modern German. The Dutch and Estonian forms, 'Hendrik', are direct cognates of this...
Source:
Etymology dictionaries and historical linguistics sources