Fieke is a Dutch feminine name that originated as a diminutive of either Sofie or Josephine. In the Netherlands, such pet forms are common and often used independently.EtymologyAs a variant of Sofie, Fieke traces its roots to the Greek name Sophia, meaning "wisdom." Sofie derives from Sophie, the French form of Sophia. Alternatively, if from Josephine, it connects to the Hebrew name Joseph, meaning "he will add." The Dutch often create affectionate versions by adding suffixes; "-ke" is a diminutive suffix.Usage in the NetherlandsFieke is a relatively rare name in the Netherlands, more common in past decades. It reflects the Dutch tradition of using short, informal forms as given names. Similar Dutch diminutives include Pien and Soof, both variants of Sofie.Notable BearersOne known bearer is Fieke van Schaik (born 1955), a Dutch sport shooter who earned a bronze medal at the 1996 Summer Olympics in Louisville, Kentucky.Meaning: Diminutive of Sofie (wisdom) or Josephine (God will add)Origin: DutchType: Given nameUsage: Netherlands