HENRIQUES
Henriques
Henriques is a surname of British origin with Portuguese and Spanish roots. It is a variant of the surname Henrique, which is derived from the name Enrique, a Spanish and Portuguese form of the given name Henry.
The surname Henriques is believed to have been introduced to Britain by Sephardic Jewish families of Spanish or Portuguese descent who settled in the country in the 15th and 16th centuries. These families sought refuge in England, particularly in London, to escape the Spanish Inquisition.
Over the centuries, the surname Henriques has become more common in British society, and many notable individuals have borne this name. The Henrique family has made contributions to various fields, including business, politics, academia, and the arts.
Today, the surname Henriques continues to be present in Britain and other parts of the world, symbolising a rich heritage and a diverse lineage that reflects the historical connections between Britain and the Iberian Peninsula.
There are approximately 659 people named Henriques in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around ten in a million people in Britain are named Henriques.
Origin: Iberian
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: Portugal
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Portuguese
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Anthony
- Antonio
- David
- Joao
- John
- Jose
- Julian
- Michael
- Neville
- Paul
- Paulo
- Pedro
- Steven
Female
- Ana
- Anna
- Carla
- Donna
- Joan
- Julie
- Maria
- Paula
- Pauline
- Sharon
Similar and related surnames
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