Auke (name)

Auke is a Dutch and West Frisian masculine given name. It is a short form of the name Augustinus or an East Frisian name beginning with "Ave-". It is predominantly used in the Netherlands, particularly in the northern provinces like Friesland. Notable people with the name Auke include athletes, artists, and academics. The name's etymology connects it to notions of greatness or veneration, depending on the original name it derives from. Its usage, while not extremely common, has persisted throughout Dutch history.