Hendrik vs Willem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hendrik

Boy #2,731 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ruler of the home, home ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Dutch German South African Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,731
Total SSA Count
48
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Hein, Hennie, Rik

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Hendrik Rank #2,731
Willem Rank #2,644

Willem is more popular, ranked #2644 vs #2731 for Hendrik.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hendrik ___

  • Hendrik Jan
  • Hendrik Pieter
  • Hendrik Willem
  • Hendrik Louis
  • Hendrik Eduard

Willem ___

  • Willem Jan
  • Willem Alexander
  • Willem Pieter
  • Willem Hugo
  • Willem Frederick
  • Willem Louis

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Hendrik

Willem Pieter Anneliese Marieke Dirk

If you choose Willem

Hendrik Sophia Elise Maarten Lena

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hendrik or Willem more popular?

Willem is more popular, ranked #2644 compared to Hendrik at #2731 in the United States.

What do Hendrik and Willem mean?

Hendrik means "ruler of the home, home ruler" (Germanic origin). Willem means "resolute protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Hendrik and Willem boy or girl names?

Hendrik is primarily a boy name. Willem is primarily a boy name.

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