Hendrikus

Hendrikus is a Latinized Dutch form of the Germanic name Heimirich, composed of the elements haim, meaning home, and rīc, meaning power or ruler, giving the overall sense of ruler of the home or lord of the estate. The name entered Dutch use as Hendrik and was rendered in this fuller Latin form for ecclesiastical and official records. It has been borne by numerous Dutch saints, noblemen, and clergy throughout medieval and early modern history. Related forms include Hendrik, Heinrich, Henry, and Henricus.