Dutch Baby Names for Boys

Moss is an authentic nature name in English, but the name Moos, popular in the Netherlands, sounds like Moose in English, a not-very-complimentary animal name.

Jorn is a masculine name of Scandinavian origin, particularly popular in Norway, Denmark, and the Netherlands. It developed as a variation of names like Jørn, Björn, or George, with potential meanings including "bear" (from Björn) or "farmer" (if derived from George). The name carries a strong Nordic character with its brevity and distinctive sound. While not widely used outside Scandinavia, Jorn has a modern, streamlined quality that travels well across cultural boundaries. The name evokes images of rugged Scandinavian landscapes and Viking heritage, suggesting strength and resilience. Its short, bold sound gives it contemporary appeal while maintaining connections to Northern European naming traditions.

A streamlined form of Yorick, known best as the character from Shakespeare's Hamlet. This sleek Dutch variant has a fresher look with a distinctly European feel.

This lively Dutch name has a long history of use in the Netherlands, but its cool O ending and the trendy nickname Remi make it an especially fun and stylish choice for a modern baby boy. It comes from the Frisian Remne, which in turn may have been a diminutive for various Germanic names starting with R. Some bearers of this name are the author Remco Campert and the professional cyclist Remco Evenepoel. It may also be written as Remko.

A form of Yorick used in the Netherlands, whose J initial may help to differentiate this name from its Shakespearean namesake. Jorik is another, more common spelling.