Kees
KAYS
Dutch diminutive of Cornelius or Cornelis
"horn"
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Kees Origin and Meaning
The name Kees is a boy's name of Dutch origin meaning "horn".
This diminutive of Cornelius (and Cornelis) has plenty of coolness and charm, along with a creative connection to Dutch artist Kees van Dongen. Popular in The Netherlands, it sounds similar to the English Case.
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Popularity of the name Kees
- 174Netherlands2015
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Famous People Named Kees
- Kornelis Antonie "Kees" Schouhamer ImminkDutch scientist and inventor
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