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Hendrika

Hendrika is a girls' name of Dutch origin meaning “ruler of the home.” The Dutch feminine form of Hendrik (Henry), Hendrika carries the weight of Dutch royal tradition — the Netherlands has…

how do you pronounce Hendrika?

hen-DREE-kah

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what does Hendrika mean?

The name Hendrika means “ruler of the home.” It comes from the Dutch language tradition.

The Dutch feminine form of Hendrik (Henry), Hendrika carries the weight of Dutch royal tradition — the Netherlands has had multiple King Hendriks. The name is formal and stately, representing the more traditional end of Dutch feminine naming. Its diminutive is Riki or Rika.

who are famous people named Hendrika?

  • Hendrika van der Poel (Dutch artist)
  • Multiple Dutch queens bore variations of this name

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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial

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