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Henrique

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Henrique Pronunciation

Henrique is pronounced en-REE-keh /ɛnˈʁi.kɛ/Medium

Meaning: Portuguese form of Henry — Germanic Heimirich, heim, 'home', plus ric, 'ruler' — 'home ruler'High

In 30 seconds: Henry, in Portuguese sunshine: Henrique means 'home ruler' — borne by Prince Henry the Navigator, who launched the Age of Discovery. Stately, melodic, and Lusophone-cool.

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Origin HighGermanic, Portuguese

MeaningPortuguese form of Henry — Germanic Heimirich, heim, 'home', plus ric, 'ruler' — 'home ruler'

U.S. rank (2024)#3621 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births31 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2022

Total births (all-time)≈ 611

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Henrique is the Portuguese form of Henry — from Germanic Heimirich, heim, 'home', plus ric, 'ruler' — 'home ruler'. Borne by Prince Henrique the Navigator and Portuguese and Brazilian kings and stars, it is a melodic, established name across the Lusophone world.

In the U.S. it appears in Portuguese- and Brazilian-heritage families. Rare, ruler at the root, and melodic.

Did you know? Prince Henrique 'the Navigator' sponsored the voyages that opened the Age of Discovery — though he rarely sailed himself, his name became synonymous with exploration.

Overall data confidence 85%

Behind the Name — Henrique — etymology

Variations

HenryEnriqueHenrik

Nicknames

RiqueHenri

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If you like Henrique…

Enrique— the Spanish form of the same name

Henry— the English classic

Rodrigo— a fellow melodic Iberian name

Ramiro— a similarly popular pick

Archibald— the same royal feel

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Henrique?

Henrique is pronounced en-REE-keh (/ɛnˈʁi.kɛ/). Press play above to hear Henrique said aloud.

How do you say Henrique?

Henrique is said en-REE-keh (/ɛnˈʁi.kɛ/). Press play above to hear Henrique said aloud.

What does the name Henrique mean?

Henrique is the Portuguese form of Henry, Germanic for 'home ruler'.

Is Henrique a boy or girl name?

Henrique is a boy's name.

How popular is Henrique?

Henrique is a rare name in the U.S.