Henrik Prince Consort of Denmark
Prince consort of Denmark from 1972 to 2018
1934 — 2018
Quick Facts
Profession
Prince consort of Denmark from 1972 to 2018
Born
June 11, 1934
Died
2018 (age ~84)
Name Origin
Scandinavian
Timeline
writer, poet, pianist
Kingdom of DenmarkBorn in TalenceDied in Fredensborg Palace
1934
Born in Talence (1934-06-11)
1967
AwardKnight of the Order of the Elephant
1972
PositionConsort of Denmark (1972–2018)
1972
AwardRoyal Order of the Seraphim
1973
AwardGrand Cross with Collar of the Order of the White Rose of Finland
2003
AwardNersornaat in gold
About
Prince Henrik of Denmark, Count of Monpezat was the husband of Margrethe II of Denmark. He served as her royal consort from Margrethe's accession on 14 January 1972 until his death in 2018.
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Who is Henrik Prince Consort of Denmark?+
Prince Henrik of Denmark, Count of Monpezat was the husband of Margrethe II of Denmark. He served as her royal consort from Margrethe's accession on 14 January 1972 until his death in 2018.
What does the name Henrik mean?+
The name Henrik means "a male given name, equivalent to English Henry. Etymology: From Henrik, from Haimrich (see Heimrih), from Germanic roots meaning home and king, powerful. Cognate with Henrik, Heinrich and Henry.". It is of Scandinavian origin.
When was Henrik Prince Consort of Denmark born?+
Henrik Prince Consort of Denmark was born on June 11, 1934.
When did Henrik Prince Consort of Denmark die?+
Henrik Prince Consort of Denmark died in 2018, at approximately 84 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name, equivalent to English Henry. Etymology: From Henrik, from Haimrich (see Heimrih), from Germanic roots meaning home and king, powerful. Cognate with Henrik, Heinrich and Henry.
The name Henrik is of Scandinavian origin, meaning "a male given name, equivalent to English Henry. Etymology: From Henrik, from Haimrich (see Heimrih), from Germanic roots meaning home and king, powerful. Cognate with Henrik, Heinrich and Henry.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Henrik — June 11, 1934
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Gemini
Curious, adaptable, communicative
Air · Mercury · May 21 – Jun 20
Chinese Zodiac
Dog
Loyal, honest, kind
Wood · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
12 Caban
Earth — evolution, navigation, sync
Celtic Tree
Oak
Confident, nurturing, generous
Ogham: Duir · Jun 10 – Jul 7
Birthstone: Pearl — Purity, innocence
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Walked through the halls where you lived. The walls still remember.
— a palace visitor
Legend.
— anon
Your reign defined an era. The books don't do it justice.
— a student of history
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