Kees

Kees is a Dutch given name functioning as a short form of Cornelis, the Dutch form of the Latin name Cornelius, which derives from the Roman family name likely connected to the Latin word cornu, meaning horn. The name has been in steady use in the Netherlands for centuries, carried along by the enduring popularity of Cornelis in Dutch-speaking regions. It is sometimes also associated with the Dutch word for cheese, kaas, giving it an informal, familiar character in everyday Dutch culture. Related forms include Cor, Cees, and the full name Cornelius.