Claude
Claude: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈklɔːd/ · /ˈklɔd/
Meaning and origin of Claude
Root meaning: “lame”
- A male given name from Latin.
Etymology
Borrowed from French Claude, from Latin Claudius, the name of a Roman gens. The clan name is traditionally said to be from Latin claudus (“lame”), but is most likely of Sabine origin.
How popular is Claude?
Since 1880, 952 girls and 91,337 boys in the U.S. have been named Claude (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #553 in 1880. Its highest rank for boys was #46 in 1887. In 2025, 40 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Claude FAQ
What does the name Claude mean?
Claude traces back to a root meaning "lame". A male given name from Latin. Borrowed from French Claude, from Latin Claudius, the name of a Roman gens. The clan name is traditionally said to be from Latin claudus (“lame”), but is most likely of Sabine origin.
What is the origin of the name Claude?
Claude is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Claude?
Since 1880, 952 girls and 91,337 boys in the U.S. have been named Claude (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #553 in 1880. Its highest rank for boys was #46 in 1887. In 2025, 40 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Claude a boy or girl name?
Claude is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 952 girls and 91,337 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.