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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60 Dutch Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With H

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Hannah	Girl	Grace; Favor; God has favored me
Hank	Boy	Home ruler; God is gracious
Hugo	Boy	Mind; Spirit; Thought
Helena	Girl	Torch; Shining light
Hanna	Girl	Favor; Grace; God has favored me
Holland	Girl	Woodland; Point of land; Heel; Land
Harlem	Boy	A vibrant neighborhood in New York city; Home on a forested dune
Hendrick	Boy	Rules his household
Holt	Boy	Forest; A small wood or grove of trees; Forested land
Hazen	Boy	Smooth and beautiful

Hendrik	Boy	Rules the home
Herman	Boy	Soldier; Army man
Hendricks	Boy	Home ruler
Hansen	Boy	The son of Hans; Yahweh is gracious
Hubert	Boy	Bright heart; Mind-bright; Shining intellect
Han	Boy	Favor; Brave; Leader; Lively; Gesture
Henrick	Boy	Home ruler
Holten	Unisex	Holt copse or small wood; Hill, stony slope
Henny	Girl	House owner; Lord of the manor
Hoover	Boy	Large farm; Owner of a farm

Hilde	Girl	Battle
Hanny	Girl	Grace; Favor; God has favored me
Harman	Boy	Army man
Hedi	Girl	Battle; War; Leader; Guide; My echo
Hendry	Boy	Home ruler
Herold	Boy	Army ruler
Helder	Boy	Hell's door
Hee	Girl	Shining; Clear; Hill; Mound; On the heath
Hedy	Girl	Battle; War
Hebert	Boy	Bright battle

Hannes	Boy	God is gracious
Hein	Boy	Home ruler; Great; Grand; Large
Hester	Girl	Star; Myrtle leaf; Beech tree
Hennah	Girl	Favor; Grace
Hannie	Girl	Yahweh is gracious
Heidie	Girl	Noble birth; Nobility
Henriette	Girl	Ruler of the home
Hildy	Girl	Battle; Ready for battle; Battle woman
Hanne	Girl	Grace; God is gracious
Hade	Unisex	Bright battle; Hay valley

Hermina	Girl	Messenger; Army man
Hildie	Girl	Battle
Hjordis	Girl	Sword goddess
Hop	Girl	In accord; Harmonious; Agree; Bright; Famous
Haan	Boy	Rooster
Ham	Boy	Hot; Warm; Land in a river bed; An enclosed meadow; Harness; Bite to grab
Hand	Boy	Yahweh is gracious; One with a peculiarity or deformity of the hand
Harm	Boy	Army man; Harmony
Harmen	Boy	Army man
Helma	Girl	Will helmet

Hendina	Girl	Home Ruler
Hendrika	Girl	Rules the House
Hennie	Girl	Home ruler
Henricus	Boy	Home ruler
Herma	Girl	Army man
Hermance	Girl	Army man
Hesper	Boy	Evening star; Evening
Hieronymus	Boy	Sacred name
Hubertus	Boy	Bright heart; Shining intellect
Hoy	Boy	Sailor; Cargo shop; High; Sea; Open; Victorious

Infographic: Top Dutch Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With H

Our infographic below features options from timeless classics to contemporary favorites that complement your child's personality. Scroll through the list to find the perfect name that reflects your preferences and your family's shared values.

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

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