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Henrika

Quick answerHenrika is the feminine form of Henrik, meaning "home ruler" or "ruler of the household," derived from the Germanic elements *haimaz* (home) and *rīkijaz* (ruler).

Lithuanian · Girl · 3 syllables

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Popularity & facts

Relative popularity index, 2010–2025
GenderGirl
US Rank#7,814
TrendVintage
Peak year1977
Syllables3
OriginLithuanian
LanguageLithuanian
CultureLithuanian, Swedish (Rare)
ReligionChristianity
Letters7
Numerology3 Chaldean 3
Global rank#810

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Historical popularity from 1880–2025 · US Social Security Administration data

About the name Henrika

Henrika is the feminine form of Henrik, meaning "home ruler" or "ruler of the household," derived from the Germanic elements *haimaz* (home) and *rīkijaz* (ruler).

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Etymology

Henrika is the feminine form of Henrik, meaning "home ruler" or "ruler of the household," derived from the Germanic elements *haimaz* (home) and *rīkijaz* (ruler). It is used primarily in Scandinavian, Dutch, and German cultures, often within Christian (particularly Lutheran) contexts, and gained historical prominence through figures like Queen consort Henrika of Sweden in the 16th century.

Henrika currently ranks #7,814 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1977.

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