Heinrich

Heinrich: name meaning, origin and popularity

Meaning and origin of Heinrich

  • A male given name from German, equivalent to English Henry.

Etymology

Borrowed from German Heinrich.

How popular is Heinrich?

21U.S. babies in 2025
#2941peak rank (1969)
526babies since 1880

Since 1880, 526 boys in the U.S. have been named Heinrich. Its highest rank for boys was #2941 in 1969. In 2025, 21 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Heinrich FAQ

What does the name Heinrich mean?

A male given name from German, equivalent to English Henry. Borrowed from German Heinrich.

What is the origin of the name Heinrich?

Heinrich is listed as a name of German origin.

How popular is the name Heinrich?

Since 1880, 526 boys in the U.S. have been named Heinrich. Its highest rank for boys was #2941 in 1969. In 2025, 21 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Heinrich a boy or girl name?

Heinrich is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 526 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.