Enrique
name
The Spanish form of Henry is Enrique. In Mexico the nickname is Quique, and many people simply keep the English name Henry.
Meaning: male first name (name)
Ways to say it
| Mexican | Note |
|---|---|
| Enrique | name |
| Quique | nickname |
| Henry | used as is |
Use Enrique in formal settings and Quique with friends and family. Some families prefer Henry unchanged.
Which one should you use?
Names with English forms often keep their spelling in Mexico, but Enrique is the classic equivalent.
How do you pronounce it?
Enrique is ehn-REE-keh, with a rolled or tapped r and a final e sound.
Did you know?
- Quique is the usual Spanish nickname for Enrique.
Examples in context
- Mi tío se llama Enrique.My uncle is named Henry.
- Quique viene a la fiesta.Henry is coming to the party.
- Henry es mi compañero de trabajo.Henry is my coworker.
Example conversation
Ximena introduces her friend Enrique to her mother at home in Cholula.
- XimenaMamá, él es Enrique.Mom, this is Henry.
- MamáMucho gusto, Enrique.Nice to meet you, Henry.
- EnriqueTodos me dicen Quique.Everyone calls me Quique.
