Henryk Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationHEN-rik / /ˈhɛn.rɪk/Polish; German; English
Meaning
Ruler of the home; estate ruler
Historical & Cultural Background
Henryk is a variant of the name Henry, which has roots in the Germanic elements 'heim' (home) and 'ric' (ruler). The name has been popular in various forms across Europe, particularly in Poland and Germany. It has been borne by numerous kings and historical figures, contributing to its enduring popularity. In Poland, Henryk has been a common name since the Middle Ages.
Trend Summary
Henryk has seen moderate popularity in Poland, with a steady presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Henrik
- Henro
- Hendrik
International Variants
- Henri (French)
- Enrico (Italian)
- Heinrich (German)
- Henrique (Portuguese)
Famous people named Henryk
Henryk Sienkiewicz was a Polish novelist known for winning the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1905.
Henryk Wieniawski was a Polish violinist and composer, celebrated for his contributions to violin music in the 19th century.
Henryk Górecki was a Polish composer recognized for his minimalist style and the famous Symphony No. 3.
Henryk Gajewski is a notable Polish mathematician known for his work in topology.
Fictional characters named Henryk
Henryk is a character in the video game 'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt', serving as a quest-giver.
Henryk is a character in the novel 'The Last Wish' by Andrzej Sapkowski, part of 'The Witcher' series.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Henryk was first seen in the United States in 1916. Henryk has ranked as high as #1348 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in Illinois, Michigan, California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Henryk has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Henryk (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1917 | 9 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 31 |
| 2016 | 28 |
| 2017 | 38 |
| 2018 | 36 |
| 2019 | 38 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2021 | 33 |
| 2022 | 35 |
| 2023 | 33 |
| 2024 | 32 |