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Hendrix

♂ Boy

Pronounced HEN-driks /ˈhɛn.drɪks/High

Meaning: Dutch and Flemish surname form of Hendrik (Henry), from Old German Heimrich, composed of 'heim' (home) and 'ric' (power, ruler) — meaning 'ruler of the home' or 'lord of the estate'.High

In 30 seconds: Hendrix is the rock and roll surname of Jimi Hendrix transformed into a first name. Meaning 'ruler of the home', it carries both a Germanic noble pedigree and the electrifying spirit of the greatest rock guitarist who ever lived.
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Origin HighOld German, Dutch
MeaningDutch and Flemish surname form of Hendrik (Henry), from Old German Heimrich, composed of 'heim' (home) and 'ric' (power, ruler) — meaning 'ruler of the home' or 'lord of the estate'.
U.S. rank (2025)#354 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births933 boys (0.05% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2022
Total births (all-time)≈ 13,538

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202218852025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Hendrix is a Dutch and Flemish patronymic surname, derived from Hendrik (the Dutch form of Henry). Henry traces to Old German Heimrich, composed of heim (home) and ric (power, ruler). The surname Hendrix (meaning 'son of Hendrik') was common in the Low Countries. Jimi Hendrix (born James Marshall Hendrix, 1942–1970) was of partially Dutch ancestry on his father's side.

As a given name, Hendrix emerged in the United States primarily as a tribute to Jimi Hendrix, part of the broader trend of musician surnames becoming first names (alongside names like Lennon, Bowie, and Jagger). It entered the US top 200 boys' names in the 2010s and has been climbing rapidly. Its strong consonant cluster and two-syllable rhythm give it a forceful, confident sound.

Did you know? Jimi Hendrix (1942–1970) is consistently ranked the greatest guitarist of all time by Rolling Stone magazine and virtually every poll of musicians — making Hendrix arguably the most musically prestigious surname ever to be repurposed as a first name.
Overall data confidence 93%
Behind the Name: Hendrik — Old German etymology shared by Hendrik and HendrixSocial Security Administration Name Data — US popularity trend for Hendrix

Variations

HendrikHendricks

Nicknames

HennyDrixHend

Famous Bearers

  • ★Jimi Hendrix (James Marshall Hendrix) (1942–1970)
    American rock guitarist, widely considered the greatest guitarist of all time.

If you like Hendrix…

Lennon— musician-surname first name (John Lennon) with the same rock legend tribute naming tradition
Jagger— rock musician surname used as a first name in tribute to Mick Jagger, same cultural moment
Maddox— two-syllable strong surname name with the same robust consonant cluster and modern appeal

Frequently Asked

What does the name Hendrix mean?

Hendrix means 'ruler of the home', as a Dutch surname form of Hendrik (Henry) from Old German Heimrich (heim = home, ric = ruler).

How do you pronounce Hendrix?

Hendrix is pronounced HEN-driks (/ˈhɛn.drɪks/), two syllables with stress on the first.

Is Hendrix a boy or girl name?

Hendrix is predominantly a boy's name.

How popular is Hendrix?

Hendrix entered the US top 200 boys' names in the 2010s and continues to climb as a rock-icon tribute name.