Wout

Wout is a masculine given name commonly used in the Dutch-speaking world. It is a shortened form of Wouter, the Dutch version of Walter. The given name Walter comes from Germanic roots and is associated with meanings related to ruling or commanding in battle.

The name is most prevalent in the Netherlands and in Flanders, Belgium, though it is understood in other Dutch-speaking communities as well. It is typically given to boys and has remained in regular use since the 20th century, sometimes as an independent name rather than just as a nickname for Wouter.

Notable people named Wout include Wout van Aert, a Belgian professional cyclist, and Wout Weghorst, a Dutch professional footballer. The name is associated with a straightforward, practical image within Dutch naming traditions, and it continues to be used across several generations.