Henriques
Germanic · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Henriques
Henriques is a Portuguese surname derived from the Germanic name Henry, meaning "estate ruler" or "home ruler" (from elements meaning "home" and "ruler").
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Etymology
Henriques is a Portuguese surname derived from the Germanic name Henry, meaning "estate ruler" or "home ruler" (from elements meaning "home" and "ruler"). The name is predominantly used in Portuguese and Brazilian cultures, with historical prominence among Portuguese nobility and colonial figures, particularly during the Age of Exploration.
Henriques currently ranks #2,238 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1969.
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