bouwe
Bouwe is a given name of Frisian origin, commonly found in the Netherlands. It is a short form of various Germanic names that begin with the element "boð," meaning "message" or "command." Over time, this element evolved into "bouwd" or "bouwe" in Old Frisian and Dutch, signifying "brave" or "strong." The name is particularly prevalent in the northern provinces of the Netherlands, such as Friesland, where Frisian is a widely spoken language.
While primarily a male given name, Bouwe can occasionally be found as a surname. Its popularity has