Enrique
Meaning of Enrique
The name Enrique is a distinguished male given name of Spanish origin, meaning "ruler of the home" or "home ruler." Pronounced as en-REE-kay (/ɛnˈri.ke/), Enrique is the Spanish equivalent of the English name Henry. It carries a rich cultural heritage and is commonly associated with notable figures such as Enrique Iglesias, the famous Spanish singer and songwriter, and Enrique Peña Nieto, the former President of Mexico. In the United States, Enrique has enjoyed consistent popularity over the years, reflecting its enduring appeal among Hispanic communities and beyond. The name has been particularly prevalent since the early 20th century, reaching its highest rank in 2000 at position 221. Its timeless charm continues to make it a favorable choice for parents seeking a strong yet melodic name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as en-REE-kay (/ɛnˈri.ke/)
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Notable People Named Enrique
| Enrique Iglesias is a Spanish singer and songwriter who achieved success in both the Spanish-language and English-language music markets. |
| Enrique Gil is a well-known Filipino actor who has appeared in various films and television shows, including Forevermore and My Ex and Whys. |
| Enrique Peñaranda del Castillo, a Bolivian general and the 38th president of Bolivia, led the country's armed forces during the Chaco War before his presidency from 1940 to 1943. |
| Enrique Granados, a renowned Spanish composer and concert pianist, is best known for his works such as Goyescas, the Spanish Dances, and María del Carmen. |
| Enrique Bunbury, also known as Enrique Ortiz de Landázuri Izarduy, is a renowned Spanish singer and songwriter, recognized for his international influence on Spanish rock music and his baritone singing style. |
| Enrique de Guzmán, 2nd Count of Olivares - Enrique de Guzmán y Ribera, 2nd Count of Olivares, was a prominent Spanish nobleman and statesman. |
| Enrique Norten Rosenfeld is a prominent Mexican architect and the principal of the design firm TEN Arquitectos, known for his lifelong commitment to architecture and design. |
| Enrique Plancarte Solís was a prominent Mexican drug lord and key figure in the Knights Templar Cartel, previously associated with the group La Familia Michoacana. |
| Enrique Tierno Galván was a prominent Spanish politician and Mayor of Madrid from 1979 to 1986, known for his contributions to the city's administrative and social development during the early years of Spanish democracy. |
| Enrique Piñeyro is a multi-talented Argentine-Italian professional known for his diverse career as an ex-airline pilot, film actor, producer, crash analyst, aeronautical physician, film director, and screenplay writer, and as the owner of Aquafilms, a film production company in Argentina. |
| Enrique González Martínez, a Mexican poet, diplomat, surgeon, and obstetrician, is known for his primarily Modernist poetry with elements of French symbolism. |
| José Enrique Hertzog Garaizábal was the 42nd president of Bolivia from 1947 to 1949, who later resigned and died in exile in Argentina. |
| Enrique Godoy Sayán, a prominent Cuban business figure, founded the influential insurance conglomerate Godoy-Sayán Oficina Aseguradora de Cuba and reclaimed his family's noble title Marques de la Cañada Hermosa de San Bartolomé. |
| Enrique Guzmán is a pioneering Venezuelan-born Mexican singer and actor known for his contributions to Rock & Roll in Mexico and as the father of singer Alejandra Guzmán. |
| Enrique Mendoza D'Ascoli was a Venezuelan politician. |
