Henriques

Patronymic

Meaning

Son of Henrique or Enrique, derived from the Germanic personal name meaning 'home ruler'.

Etymology

Henriques is a Portuguese and Spanish patronymic form derived from Henrique (Portuguese) or Enrique (Spanish), both variants of Heinrich. The -ques suffix indicates 'son of' in Iberian naming traditions.

About the Henriques Surname

Henriques is a prominent Iberian surname with royal historical connections in Portuguese history. It remains common throughout Portuguese and Spanish-speaking communities globally.

Distribution

Primarily found in Portugal, Spain, Brazil, and other Portuguese and Spanish-speaking regions worldwide.

Notable Bearers

Afonso Henriques (first King of Portugal), David Henriques

People with the Henriques Surname

Madelaine Henriques

1875–1950 Miss United States