This planet is named in honor of Baudouin {1930–1993}, King of the Belgians. It was the intention of the discoverer, long time observer at the Royal Observatory of Belgium, to honor his king and his patron in this way. (M 1860) _ _.
Avastatud: 23-2-1938 Avastamiskoht: Uccle Avastajad: Delporte, E.