Dutch Baby Names
Dutch names are simple, sweet, and rooted in tradition. Hailing from the old land, classic Dutch names combine little tradition and a lot of style. For every Dutch baby name, we provide a brief description of the meaning and offer examples of other names with similar meanings.
Dutch names have shifted over the years while still maintaining their originality. Some derive from nature and virtues, others from historical figures and regional traditions. It's that perfect mix of easeful pronunciation and deep meaning with Dutch names—baby names that are refined yet cozy.
Dutch Baby Names Dutch family names are part of a rich tradition in culturally significant, bourgeoning forms of identity. Whether classic and short or ultra-modern, Dutch names remain popular for their warm tone, simple elegance, and timeless appeal that will last through generations.
Dutch Boy Names
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Klaes | Victory of the people |
| Nicolaas | Victorious people, victorious among the people |
| Ras | Beloved, pleasant, Counsel |
| Andries | Man, Warrior |
| Nikolaas | Victor of the people |
| Vander | Good man, Belongs, from the |
| Durk | Dark |
| Jano | God is gracious |
| Wilhelm | Resolute protection, Helmet protection |
| Quinten | Fifth |
| Derick | Power of the tribe, ruler of the people |
| Harm | Army man, soldier |
| Claus | Victory of the people |
| Bogart | Bow strength, Apple orchard |
| Kern | Warrior, Small person, Grain |
| Baer | Bear, Bright |
| Hobert | Bright or shining intellect |
| Cort | Courtier, court attendant, brave |
| Aswin | Ash friend or spear friend, Friend of God, Possessed of horses, Knight, cavalier |
| Berend | Strong, brave bear |
| Derrek | Power of the tribe, Folk ruler, Ruler of the people |
| Hein | Home ruler, Great, grand |
| Hobart | Bright or shining intellect |
| Wil | Resolute protector |
| Hartman | Hard, strong man, Bold, Brave, Hardy |
| Willam | Of William, Resolute protector, Helmet |
| Dolph | Of Adolf, Noble wolf |
| Snyder | Tailor |
| Bart | Son of Talmai, Form of Bartholomew |
Dutch Girl Names
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Elin | Shining, brilliant, The bright one |
| Rini | Of the sea, Little bunny |
| Myriam | Of the sea, Beloved, Bitterness, Rebellious, Myrrh, Wished-for child |
| Betti | God's promise, God is my oath |
| Alletta | Of Aletta, Footloose, Small winged one, Of noble kin |
| Bette | God's promise |
| Nellwyn | Torch, light, Pure, Fair, Bright friend |
| Ilse | Oath of God |
| Petronelle | Of Petra, Rock |
| Jorena | Pearl, Peace, Farmer, Alert |
| Annet | Grace, favor |
| Aleida | Nobleness, nobility |
| Helma | Will, desire, Helmet, Protection |
| Hermien | Stone statue, Army man, Warrior, Of Hermes |
| Doxy | Honor, glory, praise, Good repute, good judgment, Doll |
| Kristel | Crystal, Follower of Christ |
| Nynke | Pure |
| Anneliese | Favor, grace, My God is an oath |
| Ruberta | Bright fame |
| Delina | Noble, Business, work, Delirium |
| Annemie | Of Ann, Grace, God has favored me, Of Mary, The fifth month, Beloved, Bitterness, Drop of the sea, Of Annemiek, God is gracious |
| Saskia | A Saxon, Knife, Protector of mankind |
| Louisette | Of Louise, Famous warrior, Glorious in battle |
| Hannelore | God is gracious |
| Marial | Sea of bitterness, Rebelliousness, Wished-for child, Beloved |
| Gerarda | Spear brave |
| Sefa | Yahweh will give or increase, Gentle, calm, leisurely |
| Heide | Noble-natured, Heath |
| Hettie | Sovereign of the homeland, Worthy of battle, Star, Myrtle, Bride |
| Barbel | Strange, foreign, Non-Greek |
| Natascha | Christmas Day, Birthday |
Dutch Unisex Names
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Becker | Baker |
| Karman | Garden, orchard |
| Beck | Brook, stream, To join, to tie |
| Gerd | Garden, enclosure, Strong with the spear, brave with a spear |
| Hendrix | Estate ruler |
| Henny | Home ruler |
| Hennie | Sovereign of the homeland, Island land partly surrounded by water |
| Ryker | Rich, Powerful, Empire |
| Brooklyn | Small stream, Land by the brook, Broken land, Marsh land |
| Wendell | Wanderer, To turn, A Vandal |
| Ardin | Great forest, Eagle power, Eagle valley |