Dutch Names
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Geerta
Geerta is a feminine name of Dutch and Frisian origin, representing the female form of Geert or Gert. These names derive from Gerard, which combines Germanic elements meaning "spear" and "brave" or…
Jetje
Dutch diminutive of names ending in jet
Like Jette, Jetje is kind of a diminutive for a diminutive: The suffix je indicates the name is a pet form -- think Katje for Katharina --in this case of Jet, itself a short form of names such as…
Famke
Dutch
"little girl"
Famke was introduced to this country via Dutch-born actress Famke Janssen, but is not likely to appeal to many American parents.
Brandy
English from Dutch
"burnt wine"
The alcohol-laced member of the Randy-Candy-Mandy sorority of 1970s to 80s nickname names; now pretty much on the wagon.
Rina
European diminutive of Catherine, Hebrew, Sanskrit, Japanese
"pure; joy, singing; melted; white jasmine"
One of those short, punchy names with its roots in a variety of different cultures and languages, Rina is sister to names like Mina, Mira, Lina, and Nina. Retro in feel, but never overused in the US,…
Janna
Dutch contraction of Johanna
Could run into pronunciation confusion.
Jante
Jante is a feminine name with Scandinavian connections, though it's relatively uncommon even in Nordic countries. The name may relate to the Danish-Norwegian concept of 'Janteloven' (the Law of…
Jordaan
Jordaan is a feminine name that represents an alternative spelling of the more common Jordan. While Jordan has Hebrew origins meaning "flowing down" or "descend," referring to the Jordan River, this…
Juut
Juut is an uncommon feminine name with possible Dutch or Frisian origins. It likely developed as a short form of Judith, a biblical name meaning 'woman from Judea' or 'praised.' In some Dutch…
Julitta
Dutch variation of Julia, Latin
"youthful or sky father"
This fairly obscure saint's name was chosen by Oscar-winning actress Marcia Gay Harden for one of her twins.
Amalya
German
"work"
Spelling variation of Amalia, rising in popularity throughout Europe.
Rika
Japanese, or diminutive of names that end in -rika
"beautiful village; peaceful ruler; estate ruler"
Rika is most common as a Japanese name, when it means "beautiful village" in one kanji combination. It is also seen as a nickname and given name in Scandinavia, Lithuania, and the Netherlands, where…
Marien
Marien is a feminine name with multiple cultural roots. It can be considered a variant of Marion or Marian, which themselves derive from Mary (Hebrew origin meaning 'bitter' or 'beloved'). In some…
Malena
Malena is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Spanish, it's often used as a diminutive of Magdalena, deriving from Mary Magdalene in the New Testament. In Greek contexts, it relates to…
Elsje
Dutch diminutive of Elisabeth
"pledged to God"
A Dutch short form of Elisabeth, occasionally used as a given name, Elsje is an interesting twist on the more familiar Elsa and Elsie.
Beatrix
Latin
"she who brings happiness; blessed"
Beatrix has a solid history of its own apart from Beatrice, with that final x adding a playful, animated note to the name's imposing history and stately vibe. In the earliest sources it is recorded…
Marielle
Dutch and French diminutive of Mary
"drop of the sea, bitter, or beloved"
Popular in France in the 60s, Marielle is one of many international variations and diminutives of Mary. While actress and author Mariel Hemingway made us aware of the more abbreviated spelling —…
Liesja
Dutch diminutive of Elizabeth
"pledged to God"
Also spelled Liesje, this is one of many international variations of the traditional Elizabeth.
Marieke
Marieke is a Dutch and Frisian feminine name, serving as a diminutive form of Maria. Ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Miriam, it shares the same roots as Mary, meaning "sea of bitterness,"…
Letja
Letja is an uncommon feminine given name with possible connections to various linguistic traditions. It may be related to names like Letitia or Leticia, which derive from Latin and mean 'joy' or…