Heinrich Coat of Arms & Family Crest
Where the Heinrich name began, what it means, and where it was first recorded.
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Origin of the Heinrich name
Heinrich comes from the Germanic given name Heimirich, from heim, "home", and rīhhi, "ruler, powerful". Several German kings and emperors bore it, and it was one of the most popular names of the Middle Ages. As a surname, Heinrich is especially common in southern and central Germany, while patronymic forms such as Hinrichs are typical of the north.
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This overview covers the Heinrich name in Germany. We also hold records of the name in other countries, such as Austria, Switzerland and the United States; your full pack is researched for your family's country of origin.
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Heinrich name FAQ
What does the Heinrich name mean?
Home ruler. Common variants include Heinrichs, Hinrichs, Heinz.
Where does the Heinrich surname come from?
It originates in Germany, and is also found in Austria, Switzerland and the United States.
Is there a Heinrich coat of arms?
Arms were granted to individuals, not whole surnames, so there is no single Heinrich crest. Herald Lab paints a personalized Heinrich coat of arms based on historic heraldry.
Researched by Herald Lab Research Studio, since 1993. Sources: Duden Familiennamen; Dictionary of American Family Names (Oxford).