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Loki vs Hendrick

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Loki

Boy #1,771 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"trickster, shapeshifter"

Origin: Old Norse mythology

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian Norse mythology Modern pop culture

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,771
Total SSA Count
93
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Hendrick

Boy #1,575 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the home"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

Dutch German Scandinavian South African

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,575
Total SSA Count
110
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Loki Rank #1,771
Hendrick Rank #1,575

Hendrick is more popular, ranked #1575 vs #1771 for Loki.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Loki or Hendrick more popular?

Hendrick is more popular, ranked #1575 compared to Loki at #1771 in the United States.

What do Loki and Hendrick mean?

Loki means "trickster, shapeshifter" (Old Norse mythology origin). Hendrick means "ruler of the home" (Old High German origin).

Are Loki and Hendrick boy or girl names?

Loki is primarily a boy name. Hendrick is primarily a boy name.

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