US Popularity Rank: 10670

Origin: German

Meaning: Home ruler

Heike is a gender-neutral name of German origin, meaning "home ruler." A distant cousin to Henry, this modern respelling is rooted in haim, meaning "home," and rîc, meaning "power" or "ruler." Little ones blessed with the name Heike will love taking the lead at home, while their assertive nature will help them feel at ease at the head of the table.