Henrique
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Henrique is a boy name of Portuguese origin meaning "Home ruler or estate ruler".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Portuguese
Religion
Christian
Popularity
57 / 100
Syllables
3
Length
8 letters
Meaning
Home ruler or estate ruler
Etymology
Henrique is the Portuguese form of the Germanic name Heinrich, derived from 'heim' meaning home and 'ric' meaning ruler or power.
Famous People Named Henrique
- Henrique Capriles — Venezuelan politician and lawyer
- Henrique — Brazilian association football player
- Henrique Oswald — Brazilian composer (1852–1931)
- Henrique Lopes de Mendonça — Portuguese writer (1856–1931)
Frequently Asked Questions About Henrique
What does the name Henrique mean?
Henrique means "Home ruler or estate ruler", and is of Portuguese origin.
What is the origin of the name Henrique?
Henrique originates from Portuguese, commonly used in Portugal, Brazil.
Is Henrique a boy or girl name?
Henrique is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Henrique associated with?
Henrique is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Henrique?
Yes — notable people named Henrique include Henrique Capriles (Venezuelan politician and lawyer), Henrique (Brazilian association football player), Henrique Oswald (Brazilian composer, 1852–1931) and Henrique Lopes de Mendonça (Portuguese writer, 1856–1931).
Last updated: June 2026