The nameBaudouin
Baudouin is the French form of Baldwin, a boy's name of Germanic origin meaning "bold friend". It was borne by counts of Flanders and by kings.
- Boy's name
- Germanic
Meaning
Baudouin comes from the Germanic bald, "bold", and win, "friend".
Origin
Germanic. Baldwin I was King of Jerusalem in the 12th century, and another Baudouin I was King of the Belgians in the 20th century.
History
The name is given steadily in France, especially in families attached to tradition.
Did you know?
- In 1990 King Baudouin had himself declared unable to reign for thirty six hours so that he would not have to sign Belgium's abortion law.
Famous people named Baudouin
- Baudouin I, King of the Belgians
Popularity of the name Baudouin
Baudouin in France
Baudouin was most popular in France in the 1990s, with 335 births over the decade, 22% of all recorded babies named Baudouin. Its rise began around 1935, and it peaked in 1996. Half of all babies named Baudouin in France were born before 1999. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 24 births a year.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Baudouin mean?
Baudouin comes from the Germanic bald, "bold", and win, "friend".
What is the origin of the name Baudouin?
Germanic. Baldwin I was King of Jerusalem in the 12th century, and another Baudouin I was King of the Belgians in the 20th century.
Is Baudouin a girl's or a boy's name?
Baudouin is a boy's name.
Who are famous people named Baudouin?
Baudouin I, King of the Belgians.