Heinrich
Heinrich is a boys' name of German origin meaning “ruler of the home.”
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how do you pronounce Heinrich?
HINE-rikh
where does the name Heinrich come from?
From the 8th-century Germanic forms Heimrih and Haimirich, from elements meaning home and king; it is related to Henry, Hendrik and Henrik.
The German form of Henry, borne by numerous Holy Roman Emperors and one of Germany's most important literary figures, Heinrich Heine. The name projects authority and cultured sophistication. It has been a cornerstone of Germanic naming for over a millennium.
the history of Heinrich
Its most famous patron saint is the German Emperor Henry II.
what are the nicknames and variants of Heinrich?
Nicknames
Variants around the world
who are famous people named Heinrich?
- Heinrich Heine (poet and literary critic)
- Heinrich Böll (Nobel Prize-winning German author)
what names are similar to Heinrich?
what names go well with Heinrich?
Sibling names that share Heinrich's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Heinrich
What does the name Heinrich mean?
Heinrich means “ruler of the home”.
What is the origin of the name Heinrich?
Heinrich comes from the German naming tradition. Related forms include Henry, Hendrik and Henrik.
How popular is the name Heinrich?
Heinrich has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Heinrich a boy or girl name?
Heinrich is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Heinrich?
Heinrich is pronounced HINE-rikh, with 2 syllables.
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