Hendrick Boy

Popularity: #857 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: HEN-drik //ˈhɛndrɪk//

Origin: Dutch; German

Meaning: Dutch: ruler of the home; German: home ruler

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Hendrick has its roots in the Old High German name Hentric, which is derived from the Proto-Germanic *Hainarikaz, meaning "home ruler" or "ruler of the household." This name evolved through various linguistic stages, transitioning from Old High German to Middle Dutch as Hendrik, and eventually making its way into English as Hendrick. The name's components, 'hain' (home) and 'ric' (ruler), reflect a common theme in Germanic naming conventions that emphasize leadership and domestic authority.

Historically, the name Hendrick has been borne by several notable figures, particularly in the context of Dutch and German history. One significant figure was Hendrick de Keyser, a prominent Dutch architect and sculptor of the late 16th and early 17th centuries, who contributed to the Renaissance style in the Netherlands.

Additionally, the name appears in various forms in biblical texts and historical documents, with the variant Heinrich being associated with several Holy Roman Emperors, thereby enhancing its prominence in European history. Culturally, the name Hendrick has been associated with strength and leadership, qualities that have contributed to its endurance over the centuries.

In Dutch culture, the name is often linked to the concept of nobility and governance, reflecting its etymological roots. The diminutive form, Henk, is commonly used in Dutch-speaking regions, further illustrating the name's adaptability and continued relevance in various cultural contexts.

Overall, Hendrick encapsulates a rich historical legacy that spans multiple cultures and languages, symbolizing authority and domestic leadership.

Famous people named Hendrick

In this section, you will find notable people named Hendrick. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Hendrick who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Hendrick who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

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Hendrick Antoon Lorentz was a physicist best known for his work on the theory of electromagnetism and the Lorentz transformations.

Hendrick Johannes Cruyff was a football player and coach best known for his time with Ajax, Barcelona, and the Netherlands national team.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Hendrick, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

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Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Hendrick. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Hendrick was first seen in the United States in 1918.

Hendrick has ranked as high as #3320 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and Michigan.

In the past 5 years the name Hendrick has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Hendrick is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Hendrick was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Hendrick.

Year Total Births Boy
2025 81 81
2024 111 111
2023 76 76
2022 71 71
2021 81 81
2020 81 81
2019 83 83
2018 75 75
2017 90 90
2016 77 77
2015 50 50
2014 55 55
2013 51 51
2012 41 41
2011 32 32
2010 26 26
2009 32 32
2008 41 41
2007 20 20
2006 21 21
2005 15 15
2004 18 18
2003 21 21
2002 16 16
2001 11 11
2000 14 14
1999 13 13
1998 13 13
1997 13 13
1996 11 11
1995 9 9
1994 16 16
1993 8 8
1992 14 14
1990 11 11
1989 8 8
1988 10 10
1987 8 8
1986 9 9
1985 16 16
1984 6 6
1983 12 12
1982 7 7
1981 11 11
1980 8 8
1979 15 15
1978 8 8
1977 6 6
1976 5 5
1974 9 9
1973 8 8
1972 6 6
1971 12 12
1970 6 6
1969 6 6
1968 6 6
1956 6 6
1955 8 8
1952 6 6
1951 5 5
1950 7 7
1948 7 7
1944 8 8
1935 5 5
1928 5 5
1924 5 5
1923 5 5
1920 5 5
1919 5 5
1918 7 7

Top States for Hendrick (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
FL 10
20%
CA 8
16%
TX 7
14%
MA 6
12%
MI 5
10%
NJ 5
10%
PA 5
10%
WA 5
10%