hendrick

/ˈhɛn.drik/

Definitions

1. noun

A variant of Henry, used especially in the southern United States.

“He introduced himself as Hendrick, a proud descendant of the Hendrick family.”

2. proper noun

A surname of Dutch origin, derived from Hendrik, meaning ‘ruler of the home’.

“Hendrick Van Cortlandt was a prominent figure in colonial New York politics.”

Synonyms

  • Hendry
  • Henry