Heike (given name)

Heike
Pronunciation German pronunciation: [ˈhaɪˌkə]
Gender Feminine
Language(s) German, Dutch, Frisian
Origin
Language(s) 1. Low German
2. German
Word/name 1. Heinrike
2. Heinrich
Region of origin Germany, Scandinavia
Other names
Variant form(s) Drika, Heiko, Heintje, Rik, Rika, Rike
Cognate(s) Henrietta (given name)
Henry (given name)
Related names Elke, Frauke, Silke
Popularity see popular names

Heike is a given name of Germanic origin, most commonly but not exclusively female. The male form is Heiko. Notable persons with this name include:

See also

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