The baby name Wouter is a boy name, 2 syllables long and is pronounced "VOW-ter".
Wouter is a Dutch name that means "ruler of the army" or "warrior". It is a variant of the name Walter, which has Germanic origins. The name was popularized in the Netherlands during the Middle Ages and has remained a common name in the country ever since.
The name Wouter is typically given to boys. It is pronounced as "VOW-ter" in Dutch, with the "W" being pronounced as a "V" sound. The name is composed of two elements: "woud", which means "wood" or "forest", and "heri", which means "army" or "warrior".
Wouter has a rich history and cultural significance in the Netherlands. It has been borne by many notable figures throughout Dutch history, including Wouter van Twiller, who served as the governor of New Netherland in the 17th century. Today, the name remains a popular choice for parents in the Netherlands and is often given to boys as a first or middle name.
Wouter has the following similar or variant Names
- Wauter |
- Wauters |
- Wout |
- Wouten |
- Wouterson |
- Wouters |
- Woutersen |
- Wouterse |
- Wouterus |
- Woutherus