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Enrico
Ruler of the household
Origin
Germanic
Used in
it
Origin and meaning of Enrico
Enrico comes from the Germanic Haimirich, from haim, 'home, homeland', and rihhi, 'mighty, ruler': hence 'lord of the house, ruler of the land'. Borne by many European emperors and kings, it spread its variants far and wide. In Italy it is a timeless classic; in its forms Henry, Heinrich, Henri and Enrique it is among the most widespread men's names across the whole Western world.
Variants around the world
How Enrico sounds in other languages.
HenryHeinrichHenriEnriqueHenrik
Famous people
- Enrico Fermi— physicist
- Enrico Caruso— singer
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Enrico mean?
The name Enrico means Ruler of the household.
What is the origin of the name Enrico?
Origin of Enrico: Germanic.
What are the international variants of the name Enrico?
International variants of Enrico: Henry, Heinrich, Henri, Enrique, and Henrik.