Henrik

Henrik is a masculine given name common in Scandinavia. It is the Scandinavian form of Henry, derived from the medieval Germanic name Heimirich or Heinrich. The name is usually interpreted from the elements heim, meaning "home," and ric, meaning "ruler" or "power," giving a sense such as "ruler of the home" or "home ruler."

Henrik is widely used in Sweden, Norway, and Denmark, and remains a traditional choice for boys in those cultures. The standard spelling in most of Scandinavia is Henrik; outside the region, variants such as Hendrik are common in Dutch-speaking areas, and Henric appears in some other languages. Related names include Henri and Henry, which share the same root.

Notable people named Henrik include: Henrik Ibsen, Norwegian playwright (1828–1906); Henrik Lundqvist, Swedish ice hockey goaltender (born 1982); Henrik Kristoffersen, Norwegian alpine skier (born 1994); Henrik Larsson, Swedish footballer (born 1971); Henrik Stenson, Swedish golfer (born 1975).

Given names evolve with culture; Henrik remains a classic option with a historical resonance and contemporary usage worldwide due to prominent individuals in sports, arts, and public life.