Female and male first names : Netherlands.
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ADRIAAN
MaleDutch masculine name derived from the Latin Adrianus, meaning 'from the sea'.
ALEYDIS
FemaleDutch origin, meaning "noble kind," composed of Old Dutch elements "adal" (noble) and "heid" (kindness).
ALIDA
FemaleAlida, a Dutch-origin name, signifies 'noble in battle' combining Old Germanic elements adal (noble) and hild (battle). Once popular among Dutch aristocracy during the Middle Ages, Alida is now less common but still carries powerful connotations of valor and courage.
ALVERDA
FemaleDutch-derived given name meaning "all strong" or "every brave".
ANNELIES
FemaleUnique Dutch female name composed of Anna (grace) and Lies (short for Elizabeth, God is my oath), signifying "Grace of God".
ANNELIS
FemaleDutch female given name derived from 'Annelies', combining 'Anna' (grace/favor) and 'elis' (God is my oath), translating to 'Grace of God.'
ANNELYS
FemaleDutch name composed of "Anna" meaning 'grace' and "lys" meaning 'lily', translating to 'graceful lily'.
ANNEMARY
FemaleDistinctive Dutch name derived from 'Anna' meaning grace/favor and 'Mary' signifying bitter sea/rebelliousness, interpreted as 'graceful rebellion'.
ANTHONIE
MaleDistinctive name of Dutch origin, derived from the Latin Antony meaning "priceless" or "praiseworthy".
APPIE
FemaleTraditional Dutch nickname for Abraham, derived from the Hebrew name Avraham meaning "father of many nations".
ARVIE
FemaleDistinctive Dutch male given name derived from Arnold, meaning "eagle power".
BART
MaleDutch name derived from Germanic words "berht" and "helm", meaning "bright helmet". It was borne by several saints and is also a variant of Bartholomew, an apostle of Jesus Christ. Historically used since the Middle Ages, Bart remains popular today due to its short, memorable nature.
BARTO
MaleDutch-origin name meaning "son of Talmai", popularized by early Christians due to its association with Saint Bartholomew, one of Jesus' twelve apostles.
BENNIE
FemaleDutch name derived from Benjamin, meaning 'son of the right hand' or 'favored son'.
BENNIE
MaleDutch origin name meaning "blessed," derived from the Hebrew Benjamin, and has been used throughout Europe since medieval times.
BERTENA
FemaleBertena, of Dutch origin, is derived from Berthold and means 'bright wolf' or 'famous wolf.'
BERTUS
MaleDistinctive Dutch name originating from the Old Germanic Berthold/Berchtold, meaning 'bright' or 'famous'. It combines elements 'berht' ('bright') and '-tud' ('people'), conveying positivity and light. Traditionally given to boys with deep-rooted family traditions, Bertus remains relevant today due to its unique sound and meaningful origin.
BETSIE
FemaleDutch-derived female name, shortened from Elisabeth meaning 'God is my oath'.
BOOTS
FemaleRare Dutch unisex given name derived from "boet," meaning "foot." Originally used for children born with foot-related defects, it has since evolved to symbolize strength and resilience, gaining popularity among notable figures like Bootsy Collins and Boots Keuning.
BRANSEN
MaleDutch name derived from Old Germanic "Brandan," meaning "sword" or "burning." It was popular among medieval Dutch nobility and has been associated with strength and passion due to its meaning, though there's no historical evidence supporting these traits. Notable figures like Bransen van der Hoek have contributed to the name's legacy of courage and exploration. Today, Bransen remains a unique Dutch name with a rich historical background.
BREKEN
MaleRare Dutch given name derived from the word 'breker', meaning 'to break'. Traditionally given to children born during storms, it signifies strength and resilience.
BRINK
MaleRare Dutch male name meaning "edge" or "border," associated with notable figures like Jan van der Brink and Friedrich Nietzsche.
BRONSEN
MaleBronzen is a Dutch boy's name derived from 'bronzen', meaning 'bronze'.
BROOKLEY
FemaleUncommon American name, created by blending Brooklyn and Layla, with no significant historical figures attached.
BROOKYLN
FemaleBrooklyn is a distinct female given name derived from the New York City borough of Brooklyn, which translates to "Broken Land" or "Muddy Land".
BRUIN
MaleDutch name derived from 'bruin', meaning brown, originally given to children with dark hair or complexion.
CAMIEL
FemaleDistinctive Dutch name derived from the Latin 'camelus', meaning 'camel'.
CAREL
FemaleUnique Dutch given name with Old Germanic roots meaning "strong in war" or "free warrior".
CARPER
MaleDutch boys' name that means "to cut" or "to shear".
CASPER
MaleDutch boy's name meaning "treasurer" or "keeper of treasure," originally used as a surname for treasurers before becoming popular as a given name. It is known for its strong, responsible connotation and has gained worldwide popularity in recent years.
CHALSIE
FemaleUnique female name of Scottish origin, derived from the surname Chalmers, which means "mill servant".
COEN
MaleDistinctive name of Dutch origin, derived from the surname Koen, believed to mean 'king'.
COEN
FemaleDutch name of Hebrew origin meaning "desire" or "pleasure", derived from the Hebrew word for priest.
CORNELIS
MaleTraditional Dutch masculine given name derived from Latin Cornelius, meaning "horn" or "hull," with notable historic figures like diplomat Cornelius Haga.
CORNELLIA
FemaleCornelia is a Latin-derived given name meaning 'horned' or 'horn', historically significant as it was borne by notable figures such as the mother of the Gracchi and Dutch princess Cornelia Isabella van Nassauer.
CORRIE
MaleUnisex Dutch name derived from Cornelius, meaning 'strong' or 'valiant', and has been historically used to commemorate important events.
CORRY
FemaleUnique Dutch name derived from 'de Korie', an occupational surname for herdsmen or cattle dealers.
CORRY
MaleUnisex given name of Dutch origin, meaning "from the hollow," derived from Middle Dutch 'corre.' It was traditionally used as a surname before becoming more popular as a given name in recent years.
COZY
MaleUnusual English name meaning "comfortable and pleasant," derived from the Middle Dutch word "kose" and reflecting warmth and invitation.
CRISPIN
FemaleUnique Latin-derived name meaning "curly-haired," famously associated with Saint Crispin, a 3rd-century martyr shoemaker saint, and Crispin de Passe, a renowned Dutch Renaissance painter.