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Name Origin

Baudouin is a masculine given name of French origin. It is derived from the Germanic elements 'bald' meaning 'bold' or 'brave' and 'win' meaning 'friend' or 'battle'. Therefore, Baudouin traditionally means 'bold friend' or 'brave in battle'.

frenchgermanicmasculineboldbravefriendbattlewarrior

Famous People

Baudouin I of Belgium (1930-1993)

King

  • Reigned as King of the Belgians from 1951 to 1993
  • Led Belgium through decolonization and economic growth

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