Henrique

“Home ruler”

Portugal origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#5753US 2023

16Births / yr

↓Falling

506All-time births

📅 Since 196600

How to pronounce Henrique

ah·NREEK

/ɑ.ˈnriːk/ · stress on NREEK · 2 syllables

“Home ruler”

Portugal origin · Boy name

What does Henrique mean and where does it come from?

Henrique is the Portuguese and Spanish form of the name Henry, which has roots in the Germanic name 'Heimirich'. It was first recorded in the early Christian era and has been a popular name among Portuguese and Spanish royalty. Notable figures include Henrique Capriles, a Venezuelan politician. The

Cultural significance

Henrique has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Portugal-speaking communities, where it reflects values of home ruler.

Peak popularity

Reached #3340 in 1971 — currently #5753 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Henrique?

Henrique works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Henrique Grace

How popular is Henrique right now?

Falling — down 2633 spots — currently #5753 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#5753 · Top 4.2%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5753	16	▼ down 2633 · -59% births
2022	#3120	39	▲ up 1872 · +105% births
2021	#4992	19	▼ down 710 · -17% births
2020	#4282	23	▲ up 1514 · +53% births
2015	#5796	15	▲ up 3210 · +88% births
2010	#9006	8	▼ down 3015 · -38% births
2005	#5991	13	▼ down 1867 · -32% births
2000	#4124	19	▲ up 1525 · +90% births
1995	#5649	10	▼ down 1111 · -17% births
1990	#4538	12	▲ up 209 · +50% births
1980	#4747	8	▲ up 461 · +33% births
1975	#5208	6	▼ down 598
1970	#4610	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Henrique

Best Year2022Rank #3120

Peak Count39

Average Rank#5217

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1970 - 202313 years

The story of Henrique

Henrique is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1966. With 506 total births recorded, Henrique remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4610 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #5753 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Henrique in 1971:

Michael James David John Robert

Henrique by decade

Henrique peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	5
1970s	63
1980s	30
1990s	83
2000s ★	160
2010s	142
2020s	23

💎Henrique has only 506 total recorded births since 1966 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Henrique?

CZECH

Hynek

DANISH

Henning

DUTCH

HeikeHeikoHeinHenkHennieHennyRik

ENGLISH

HalHank

What names sound and feel like Henrique?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Henrique also consider these

Enrique

Spain · Ruler of the

Henriques

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Henriquez

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Enrrique

English · A meaningful name

Fennique

Latin · A Latin name

Terrique

American · Earth / land

Terique

American · A modern blend

Derique

American · Gifted ruler

How is Henrique written in other languages?

What are the girl versions of Henrique?

Henriette DANISH Henrike DANISH Drika DUTCH Heike DUTCH Heintje DUTCH Hendrika DUTCH Hendrikje DUTCH Hendrina DUTCH Hennie DUTCH Henny DUTCH Henrietta DUTCH Henriëtte DUTCH Henriette DUTCH Ina DUTCH Jet DUTCH Jetta DUTCH Jette DUTCH Rika DUTCH Etta ENGLISH Ettie ENGLISH Hallie ENGLISH Harriet ENGLISH Harriett ENGLISH Harrietta ENGLISH Harriette ENGLISH Hattie ENGLISH Hatty ENGLISH Henrietta ENGLISH Hettie ENGLISH Henna FINNISH Henrietta FINNISH Henriikka FINNISH Riika FINNISH Riikka FINNISH Henriette FRENCH Heike FRISIAN Heinrike GERMAN Henriette GERMAN Henrike GERMAN Rike GERMAN Henrietta HUNGARIAN Enrica ITALIAN Ina LIMBURGISH Heike LOW GERMAN Henriette NORWEGIAN Henrike NORWEGIAN Henryka POLISH Henrietta SWEDISH Henrika SWEDISH Henrike SWEDISH Rika SWEDISH Emmerich ANCIENT GERMANIC America ENGLISH Amery ENGLISH Emerson ENGLISH Emery ENGLISH Emmerson ENGLISH Emory ENGLISH Harris ENGLISH Harrison ENGLISH Henderson ENGLISH Kendra ENGLISH Kendrick ENGLISH Kenrick ENGLISH Perry ENGLISH Émeric FRENCH Emmerich GERMAN Imre HUNGARIAN Imrus HUNGARIAN Amerigo ITALIAN América PORTUGUESE Américo PORTUGUESE Imrich SLOVAK Imriška SLOVAK América SPANISH Américo SPANISH Parry WELSH

Common questions about the name Henrique

What does the name Henrique mean?

Henrique means "Home ruler" — a name rooted in Portugal tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Henrique?

Henrique is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Henrique have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Henrique?

Henrique originates from Portugal tradition. Portugal names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Henrique?

Henrique is a two-syllable name pronounced AA0 N R IY1 K. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Henrique trending right now?

Henrique is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.