Declining since 2019, #5,861 for boys today.
Popularity of Henrick since 1985
Babies named Henrick per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 54 |
| 2010s | 153 |
| 2020s | 123 |
Meaning & origin
Henrick is a Scandinavian variant of the classic name Heinrich, meaning 'home ruler.' It first appeared in U.S. records in 1985, making it a relatively recent addition to American naming trends. The name reached its peak popularity in 2020, but has since been on a declining trajectory. In 2025, it ranked 5,861 with about 1 in 113,872 boys receiving the name. While Henrick has not seen widespread use, it maintains a strong, traditional sound that appeals to families with Scandinavian heritage. Its rarity offers a distinctive alternative to the more common Henrik or Henry.
Henrick is a Scandinavian and Germanic variant of Heinrich, derived from the Old High German elements 'heim' (home) and 'rihhi' (ruler, power). The name was introduced to England by the Normans and became common as Henry. In Scandinavia, the form Henrick has been used since the Middle Ages, particularly in Sweden and Norway, as an alternative to the more common Henrik.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Hen, Ricky, Rick
Sibling names for Henrick
Names that share Henrick's style, for a brother or sister.
