| Meaning | ruler of the home |
| Origin | Dutch, English, German, Scandinavian |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Hen-drick |
About Hendrick
Hendrick exudes old-world charm and distinguished character, evoking images of European sophistication and timeless elegance. This substantial name carries considerable weight without feeling heavy or burdensome in everyday use. The Germanic roots provide historical depth while the name itself remains refreshingly uncommon in contemporary settings.
Hendrick suggests strength, reliability, and a certain noble bearing that appeals to parents seeking something substantial for their son. The name has a formal quality that commands respect while offering approachable nickname options like "Hank" or "Rick" for casual settings.
The "ck" ending gives it a decisive, definitive quality that sounds confident and complete. Hendrick works particularly well for families with European heritage or those who appreciate names with historical resonance.
This name ages beautifully, sounding distinguished at every stage of life from childhood through professional career. It suggests someone principled, dependable, and perhaps slightly traditional in the best possible sense.
Hendrick offers parents a name with gravitas that their son can grow into and carry with pride throughout his lifetime.
Names Similar to Hendrick
| Hendrik |
| Henrik |
| Henry |
| Hendrix |
| Henderson |
| Harrison |
| Herbert |
| Herman |
| Howard |
| Hudson |
| Harold |
| Harry |
Nicknames for Hendrick
| Hen |
| Rick |
| Ricky |
| Henny |
Famous People Named Hendrick
| Hendrick van Dyck | 17th-century Flemish painter |
| Hendrick Avercamp | 17th-century Dutch painter |
| Hendrick Lorentz | Dutch physicist, Nobel laureate |
| Hendrick Eckstein | South African soccer player |
| Hendrick Meijer | Dutch Olympic cyclist |
| Hendrick Zwaardecroon | Dutch Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies |
| Hendrick Bages | Venezuelan actor |
| Hendrick "Hank" Aaron | American baseball legend |
| Hendrick Hertzberg | American journalist |
| Hendrick Ramaala | South African long-distance runner |
| Hendrick Cornelisz Vroom | Dutch marine painter |
| Hendrick ter Brugghen | Dutch painter |
| Hendrickson M. Crane | American politician |
| Hendrick Christian Andersen | American sculptor |
| Hendrick Hondius I | Dutch engraver and cartographer |
| Hendrick Martensz Sorgh | Dutch Golden Age painter |
| Hendrick Brouwer | Dutch Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies |
| Hendrick Kock | Governor of Dutch Ceylon |
| Hendrick Waelput | Belgian composer |
| Hendrick Danckerts | 17th-century Dutch painter |
Characters Named Hendrick
| Hendrick Jones | character in a mystery novel series |
| Hendrick Wester | character in a historical fiction book |
| Hendrick Becker | character in a fantasy novel |
| Hendrick Muller | character in a sci-fi TV series |
| Hendrick Armstrong | character in a crime drama movie |
| Hendrick Thorpe | character in a romance novel |
| Hendrick Svensson | character in a historical drama film |
| Hendrick Morrison | character in a thriller novel |
| Hendrick Williams | character in a fantasy video game |
| Hendrick Martinez | character in a graphic novel series |
| Hendrick Wright | character in a coming-of-age film |
| Hendrick Porter | character in a steampunk-themed novel |
| Hendrick McCallister | character in a mystery adventure book |
| Hendrick Baldwin | character in a period drama TV show |
| Hendrick van der Meer | character in a historical romance novel |
| Hendrick Davidson | character in a space opera series |
| Hendrick Wallace | character in a medieval fantasy game |
| Hendrick Simmons | character in a dystopian novel |
| Hendrick Johnson | character in a western movie |
| Hendrick O'Brien | character in a sci-fi/fantasy webcomic |