Claudius Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Claudius is a Latin name derived from 'claudus', meaning 'lame'. It evolved through various forms such as Claudius in Latin and Claude in French. The name is associated with notable historical figures, particularly in ancient Rome. It carries a classic image and is not widely used today. There is no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Claudius"
Pronunciation
/ˈklɔːdiəs/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Claudius is derived from the Latin word 'claudus', meaning 'lame' or 'crippled'. It was originally a Roman family name.
Meaning
lame
Language Evolution
Claudius (Latin), Claudius (Old French), Claud (Old French), Claude (French)
Historical Usage
The name Claudius gained popularity in ancient Rome, particularly due to the Roman Emperor Tiberius Claudius Nero, who ruled from 41 to 54 AD. It has been used throughout history in various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Claude, Claud, Claudie, Claudina
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Claudius is viewed as a classic and distinguished name, often associated with historical and literary figures, but it is not widely used as a given name in contemporary times.
Famous People
Claudius, Roman Emperor, Claudius Ptolemy, Greek-Egyptian writer and astronomer, Claudius the God, a fictional character in the novel by Robert Graves
📊 Claudius Name Trend Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 23 peak births in 1916
Geographic Spread
Popular across 1 US states, with strongest presence in North Carolina
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Claudius"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Claudius"
"Claudius" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1947th of 7545 | 263 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2265th of 6773 | 199 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2704th of 7552 | 175 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3958th of 10718 | 109 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6435th of 16616 | 92 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 13195th of 24088 | 45 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 16846th of 23106 | 19 |
Regional Popularity of "Claudius" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
91.55% 2166th/2366 |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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85.68% 2016th/2353 |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Claudius" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Claudius"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Claudius" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Claudius" in the United States
The name Claudius is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Claudius has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Claudius' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1947th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2265th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2704th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3958th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6435th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13195th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 16846th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Claudius' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.