Dutch Baby Names & Their Meanings
Explore short modern favourites, traditional Dutch choices and distinctive Frisian names, with meanings and simple pronunciation guidance for Australian families.
Browse all namesBeautiful Dutch Names to Consider
A mix of familiar favourites and distinctly Dutch or Frisian choices.
Noor
A beautifully simple girls' name meaning light.
Femke
Pronounced FEM-kuh, a warm Frisian name associated with peace.
Lieke
Pronounced LEE-kuh, a popular Dutch choice associated with grace.
Daan
Pronounced DAHN, the Dutch short form of Daniël.
Mees
Pronounced MAYS, a compact Dutch favourite.
Thijs
Pronounced approximately TICE, a Dutch form related to Matthias.
Understanding Dutch Baby Names
Dutch naming includes modern international choices, compact traditional forms and a rich collection of Frisian names.
Short forms
Daan, Bram, Cas, Luuk, Niek, Pien and Saar show the Dutch preference for short, clear everyday names.
Frisian heritage
Femke, Fenna, Douwe, Hidde, Jelle and Nienke have strong Frisian associations.
The Dutch ij sound
In Stijn, Thijs and Pepijn, ij is often approximated for English speakers with an “eye” sound.
Browse Dutch Baby Names
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Aafje
GirlPronunciation: AHF-yuh
Little Eve; life
Anke
GirlPronunciation: AHN-kuh
Grace
Anouk
GirlPronunciation: ah-NOOK
Grace
Bente
GirlPronunciation: BEN-tuh
Blessed
Daphne
GirlPronunciation: DAF-nuh
Laurel tree
Eefje
GirlPronunciation: AYF-yuh
Little Eve; life
Elise
GirlPronunciation: ay-LEE-zuh
Pledged to God
Emma
GirlPronunciation: EM-mah
Whole or universal
Eva
GirlPronunciation: AY-vah
Life
Femke
GirlPronunciation: FEM-kuh
Peace
Fenna
GirlPronunciation: FEN-ah
Peace or protection
Fleur
GirlPronunciation: FLUR
Flower
Floor
GirlPronunciation: FLOR
Flowering or prosperous
Hanne
GirlPronunciation: HAH-nuh
Grace
Ilse
GirlPronunciation: IL-suh
Pledged to God
Imke
GirlPronunciation: IM-kuh
Whole or universal
Isa
GirlPronunciation: EE-sah
Pledged to God
Janne
GirlPronunciation: YAH-nuh
God is gracious
Jasmijn
GirlPronunciation: yas-MINE
Jasmine flower
Jette
GirlPronunciation: YET-tuh
Home ruler
Lieke
GirlPronunciation: LEE-kuh
Grace
Linde
GirlPronunciation: LIN-duh
Linden tree
Lotte
GirlPronunciation: LOT-tuh
Free woman
Maartje
GirlPronunciation: MAHR-chuh
Dedicated to Mars
Marieke
GirlPronunciation: mah-REE-kuh
Beloved
Marit
GirlPronunciation: mah-REET
Pearl
Maud
GirlPronunciation: MOWT
Mighty in battle
Mila
GirlPronunciation: MEE-lah
Gracious or dear
Milou
GirlPronunciation: mee-LOO
Marie and Louise
Nienke
GirlPronunciation: NEEN-kuh
Pure or gracious
Noor
GirlPronunciation: NOR
Light
Pien
GirlPronunciation: PEEN
Pious
Puck
GirlPronunciation: PUK
Playful literary name
Renske
GirlPronunciation: REN-skuh
Strong counsel
Romy
GirlPronunciation: ROH-mee
Rosemary or Roman
Roos
GirlPronunciation: ROHS
Rose
Saar
GirlPronunciation: SAHR
Princess
Sanne
GirlPronunciation: SAH-nuh
Lily or grace
Saskia
GirlPronunciation: SAHS-kee-ah
Saxon woman
Sofie
GirlPronunciation: soh-FEE
Wisdom
Sterre
GirlPronunciation: STER-uh
Star
Tess
GirlPronunciation: TES
Harvester
Veerle
GirlPronunciation: VAIR-luh
Travelling warrior
Yara
GirlPronunciation: YAH-rah
Butterfly or water lady
Zoë
GirlPronunciation: ZOH-ay
Life
Aart
BoyPronunciation: AHRT
Eagle or strong
Abel
BoyPronunciation: AH-buhl
Breath
Arjen
BoyPronunciation: AR-yun
From Hadria
Bastiaan
BoyPronunciation: bahs-tee-AHN
Venerable
Bram
BoyPronunciation: BRAHM
Father of many
Cas
BoyPronunciation: KAHS
Treasurer or peace-bringer
Coen
BoyPronunciation: KOON
Brave counsel
Daan
BoyPronunciation: DAHN
God is my judge
Dirk
BoyPronunciation: DIRK
Ruler of the people
Douwe
BoyPronunciation: DOW-wuh
Dove
Evert
BoyPronunciation: AY-vurt
Brave as a wild boar
Fedde
BoyPronunciation: FED-duh
Peace
Floris
BoyPronunciation: FLOH-ris
Flowering or prosperous
Gerrit
BoyPronunciation: KHEH-rit
Strong spear
Gijs
BoyPronunciation: KHICE
Bright pledge
Harm
BoyPronunciation: HAHRM
Army man
Hendrik
BoyPronunciation: HEN-drik
Home ruler
Hidde
BoyPronunciation: HID-duh
Warrior
Jelle
BoyPronunciation: YEL-luh
Value or sacrifice
Jens
BoyPronunciation: YENS
God is gracious
Jeroen
BoyPronunciation: yuh-ROON
Sacred name
Joep
BoyPronunciation: YOOP
God will add
Joris
BoyPronunciation: YOR-is
Farmer
Koen
BoyPronunciation: KOON
Brave counsel
Kees
BoyPronunciation: KAYS
Short form of Cornelis
Klaas
BoyPronunciation: KLAHS
Victory of the people
Lars
BoyPronunciation: LAHRS
Crowned with laurel
Levi
BoyPronunciation: LAY-vee
Joined or attached
Luuk
BoyPronunciation: LOOK
Light
Maarten
BoyPronunciation: MAHR-tun
Dedicated to Mars
Mees
BoyPronunciation: MAYS
Dutch bird name
Melle
BoyPronunciation: MEL-luh
Council or assembly
Niek
BoyPronunciation: NEEK
Victory of the people
Niels
BoyPronunciation: NEELS
Victory of the people
Noud
BoyPronunciation: NOWT
Eagle power
Pepijn
BoyPronunciation: puh-PINE
Awe-inspiring
Pim
BoyPronunciation: PIM
Resolute protector
Pieter
BoyPronunciation: PEE-tur
Rock
Reinier
BoyPronunciation: RY-neer
Wise army
Rik
BoyPronunciation: RIK
Brave ruler
Ruben
BoyPronunciation: ROO-bun
Behold, a son
Sander
BoyPronunciation: SAHN-dur
Defender of the people
Sem
BoyPronunciation: SEM
Name or renown
Siem
BoyPronunciation: SEEM
God has heard
Stijn
BoyPronunciation: STINE
Crown or steadfast
Sven
BoyPronunciation: SVEN
Young warrior
Teun
BoyPronunciation: TURN
Priceless
Thijs
BoyPronunciation: TICE
Gift of God
Ties
BoyPronunciation: TEES
Gift of God
Wessel
BoyPronunciation: WES-ul
Army protector
Wout
BoyPronunciation: WOWT
Ruler of the army
Bo
UnisexPronunciation: BOH
To live
Jip
UnisexPronunciation: YIP
Short modern Dutch name
Robin
UnisexPronunciation: ROH-bin
Bright fame
Sam
UnisexPronunciation: SAM
God has heard
Charlie
UnisexPronunciation: CHAR-lee
Free person
Dutch Baby Name FAQs
What are some popular Dutch baby names?
Popular contemporary names include Noor, Mila, Sophie and Emma for girls, and Noah, Sem, Mees, Finn and Levi for boys.
What is the difference between Dutch and Frisian names?
Frisian names come from the Frisian language and cultural region, especially Friesland.
How do you pronounce ij?
In names such as Stijn, Thijs and Pepijn, it is often approximated with an “eye” sound.
Are Dutch names suitable for Australian families?
Yes. Many are short, familiar and easy to use in Australia.
Can Cotton Cuddles personalise Dutch names?
Yes. Check the product character limit and confirm special characters before ordering.
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Official Dutch Baby Name Source
The popularity information referenced on this page is supported by official national baby-name data from the Netherlands.
Sociale Verzekeringsbank (SVB) is the Dutch public agency that administers child benefit and publishes the Netherlands' annual baby-name statistics.
View the official 2025 Dutch baby-name statistics on the SVB website →
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