The name "Hendrickson" is spelled phonetically as hɛndrɪksən. The "h" at the beginning of the word is a silent letter, so the pronunciation starts with the "ɛ" vowel sound. The "dr" sound is represented by the letters "dr", and the "ik" sound is spelled with "ic". The "s" is pronounced as "z", and the final "on" sound is spelled with "sen". In English, the spelling of surnames like "Hendrickson" can vary depending on historical and regional factors.
Hendrickson is a surname of Dutch origin that can also be found as a given name. As a surname, it is derived from the patronymic form of the personal name "Hendrick", which is the Dutch form of "Henry". "Hendrickson" therefore means "son of Hendrick" or "son of Henry".
The name "Hendrickson" has a rich history. It is primarily found in Dutch-speaking countries, particularly in the Netherlands, as well as among Dutch descendants in other parts of the world, including the United States.
As a given name, "Hendrickson" can represent an individual whose family has chosen to use it as a first name, often as a tribute to an ancestor named Henry. Its usage as a first name is relatively uncommon, but it can still be observed in certain communities.
Individuals bearing the surname or given name "Hendrickson" are often associated with characteristics such as strength, resilience, and determination. As a patronymic surname, it signifies the familial bond between a person and their paternal lineage, linking them to their ancestors bearing the name "Hendrick" or "Henry".
The surname Hendrickson is of Scandinavian origin, specifically from the Nordic country of Norway. It is derived from the personal name Hendrik or Henrik, which itself comes from the Old Norse name Heimrikr. Heimr means home, while rikr means ruler or king. The name Hendrickson essentially means son of Hendrik or son of Henrik.