Hynek
# Hynek

Hynek is both a Czech masculine given name and a surname. It is a pet form of the name Henry.

Notable people with the name include:

## Surname

* J. Allen Hynek (1910–1986), American astronomer, professor, and ufologist
* Joel Hynek, visual effects artist who has worked on over 30 films since 1980

## Given name

* Hynek Berka z Dubé, Bohemian knight and founder of the Berka z Dubé aristocracy line
* Hynek Bílek (born 1981), Czech ice dancer
* Hynek Čermák (born 1973), Czech actor
* Hynek Fajmon (born 1968), Czech politician and Member of the European Parliament
* Hynek Hromada (1935–2012), Czech sports shooter
* Hynek Kmoníček (born 1962), Czech diplomat and politician
* Hynek Krušina of Lichtenburg (1392–1454) Hussite commander and governor
* Hynek Zohorna (born 1990), Czech ice hockey player
