Hendrik Boy

Popularity: #888 · Trend: ↘ Falling

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

Origin: Dutch; German

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

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Hendrik is of Dutch and Germanic origin, derived from the Old High German name Haimirich, which is composed of the elements "haim," meaning "home" or "house," and "ric," meaning "ruler" or "power." This name evolved through various forms, including the Middle Dutch "Henric" and the Middle High German "Hinrich," before being anglicized to Hendrik in English contexts. The transition into English can be traced through the influence of Norman French, where the name was introduced following the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century, becoming associated with the Latinized form "Henricus." Historically, the name Hendrik has been borne by several notable figures, including Hendrik Antoon Lorentz, a Dutch physicist awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1902, and Hendrik Willem van Loon, a Dutch-American author and historian known for his works in the early 20th century.

The name has also been linked to various monarchs and saints throughout European history, particularly in the context of the Holy Roman Empire, where it was often used among nobility. The name's presence in significant historical texts, such as the translations of the Bible into Dutch and German, further solidified its cultural importance.

Culturally, Hendrik carries connotations of leadership and strength, reflecting its etymological roots. The name has been associated with various traditions and folklore in Dutch and German-speaking regions, often symbolizing a protector or a figure of authority within the family or community.

Diminutive forms such as Henk or Henrie have also emerged, reflecting a more familiar or affectionate usage of the name. Overall, Hendrik's enduring presence in various cultures underscores its historical significance and the values associated with its meaning.

Famous people named Hendrik

In this section, you will find notable people named Hendrik. 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 Hendrik who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

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

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Hendrik Antoon Lorentz was a physicist best known for his work on the electron theory and the Lorentz transformations.

Hendrik Willem van Loon was an author and journalist best known for his book The Story of Mankind, which won the first Newbery Medal.

Hendrik Ibsen was a playwright best known for A Doll's House, Hedda Gabler, and Ghosts.

Sibling suggestions

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

HugoHenriettaHannahHendrikaHectorHelena

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Hendrik. 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.

HeinrichHenrikHendrickHendrikaHendryHendersonHendryke

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Hendrik was first seen in the United States in 1917.

Hendrik has ranked as high as #3841 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in California, Michigan, Texas, Minnesota, and Florida.

In the past 5 years the name Hendrik has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Hendrik 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 Hendrik 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 Hendrik.

Year Total Births Boy
2025 50 50
2024 48 48
2023 58 58
2022 66 66
2021 48 48
2020 85 85
2019 67 67
2018 70 70
2017 64 64
2016 71 71
2015 65 65
2014 66 66
2013 34 34
2012 53 53
2011 33 33
2010 26 26
2009 28 28
2008 14 14
2007 27 27
2006 24 24
2005 11 11
2004 17 17
2003 10 10
2002 14 14
2001 12 12
2000 19 19
1999 6 6
1998 8 8
1997 15 15
1996 13 13
1995 7 7
1994 8 8
1993 15 15
1992 12 12
1991 10 10
1990 12 12
1989 6 6
1988 7 7
1987 7 7
1986 8 8
1984 10 10
1983 6 6
1982 7 7
1980 5 5
1979 6 6
1976 7 7
1970 8 8
1969 6 6
1968 9 9
1966 8 8
1964 10 10
1963 9 9
1962 8 8
1961 5 5
1960 7 7
1958 8 8
1957 5 5
1955 9 9
1954 5 5
1953 7 7
1951 6 6
1932 5 5
1927 5 5
1924 6 6
1917 6 6

Top States for Hendrik (2023)

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
CA 12
46%
MI 9
35%
TX 5
19%