How do Dutch naming conventions handle middle names?

The Dutch naming conventions do not have the practice of using middle names.

How do Dutch names differ between regions?

Dutch names may differ between regions across the Netherlands and Belgium based on the regional dialect. These names also vary in the way they present their prefixes. For instance, while ‘van’ may not be capitalized in a full name in the Netherlands, they do the opposite in Belgium.

Do Dutch names change over time?

Dutch names are consistent across time and are passed down from generation to generation. Even married women do not have to change their names. They may, however, add their married name to their maiden name in a hyphenated format.

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56 Dutch Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With B

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Benjamin	Boy	Son of the right hand; Son of the south
Brooklyn	Girl	Broken land; Marsh; One who lives near a brook
Beau	Boy	Beautiful; Handsome
Brooklynn	Girl	Broken land; Marsh; One who lives near a brook
Boone	Boy	One who grows beans; Good
Ben	Boy	Son
Barbara	Girl	Stranger; Foreigner
Beatrix	Girl	Voyager; Blessed
Bernadette	Girl	Brave bear
Bernard	Boy	Brave bear; Strong

Bowie	Boy	Yellow; Fair-haired
Bruin	Boy	A person with brown hair or skin; The brown; Brown bear; Armor
Brandt	Boy	Fire; Torch; Sword
Brigitte	Girl	The exalted one; Power; Strength; Virtue
Brandi	Girl	Burnt wine; Distilled wine
Bram	Boy	Father of multitudes
Bea	Girl	Blessed; Happy; Voyager
Brandy	Girl	Burnt wine
Barbie	Girl	Traveler from a foreign land
Behr	Boy	Bear; Bore

Breeze	Girl	A light, gentle wind; To blow fresh and strong
Bob	Boy	A short form of Robert; Bright; Famous
Boss	Unisex	A person in charge or in a position of authority, often in a work setting
Belia	Girl	God's promise; Beautiful; Crooked
Barnard	Boy	A brave child; A strong and brave bear
Banning	Boy	One who lives on a farm; Bear; Small, fair one
Brink	Unisex	Edge; Verge; Border; Threshold
Bert	Boy	Bright
Bron	Boy	Someone with brown or dark hair or skin; Blessed breast; White Raven; Source; Spring
Brigetta	Girl	The exalted one; Power; Strength; Virtue

Bernhard	Boy	Bear; Courageous; Brave like a Bear
Benn	Boy	Son of the right hand; Son; Son of the south; Blessed
Bogart	Boy	Keeper of an orchard; Tree garden
Barbi	Girl	Foreign
Bart	Boy	Son of Talmai; Bright
Brandea	Girl	Distilled wine
Bernardette	Girl	Strong; Brave bear
Berlinda	Girl	Bear; Soft; Tender
Brigitta	Girl	The exalted one
Brandie	Girl	Burnt wine; Distilled wine

Barbra	Girl	Stranger; Foreigner
Beno	Boy	Bear; Brave as a bear; Son of the South; A derivative of name Benito
Bartholome	Boy	Son of a farmer
Barty	Boy	Son of Talmai
Bas	Boy	Royal; Kingly; Derived from the Sam; Diminutive of Basil
Basilius	Boy	Kingly; Royal; Brave
Bernold	Boy	Strong Bear
Bertel	Boy	Bright; Skillful
Bertil	Boy	Bright Ruler; Bright Strength; Renowned Leader
Betia	Girl	House of God; Daughter of Jehovah

Bloem	Girl	Bloom
Bodil	Girl	One who finds remedy in a battle
Boudewijn	Boy	To have bold and brave friends
Bozeman	Boy	nickname for a wicked man
Brandais	Girl	Burnt wine
Boey	Unisex	Battle

Infographic: Meaningful Dutch Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With B

Your baby is your most precious gift, and their name should reflect the same. You can take inspiration from languages, cultures, or even your favorite letter when looking for the perfect baby name. The most important thing is that it should feel right to you. In this infographic, we have listed the best Dutch Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With B. Look at the options below and find one that suits your baby the most.

Dutch Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With B(infographic)

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