Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Claude is a name of Latin origin derived from Claudius, meaning 'lame' or 'crippled'. It evolved through various languages, retaining its roots while becoming a popular choice in medieval France. The name carries a classic appeal and is often linked to artistic and intellectual accomplishments.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/klɔːd/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Claude is derived from the Latin name Claudius, which means 'lame' or 'crippled'. It was originally a family name in ancient Rome.
Meaning
lame, crippled
Language Evolution
Claudius (Latin), Claude (French), Claudio (Italian and Spanish)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages, especially in France, due to the influence of Saint Claude, a 7th-century bishop.
Variants & Derivatives
Claude (French), Claudio (Italian), Cláudio (Portuguese), Claud (English)
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Claude is viewed as a classic and somewhat sophisticated name, often associated with artistic and intellectual figures.
Famous People
Claude Monet, Claude Debussy, Claude Lévi-Strauss, Claude Van Damme
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,910 peak births in 1920
Geographic Spread
Popular across 48 US states, with strongest presence in Tennessee
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 12 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 91st of 7545 | 30,080 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 139th of 6773 | 23,239 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 222nd of 7552 | 19,939 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 405th of 10718 | 6,147 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 748th of 16616 | 2,688 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1836th of 24088 | 1,119 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2846th of 23106 | 515 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2080th of 9107 | 305 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2640th of 9204 | 206 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4212th of 12526 | 163 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7368th of 19264 | 89 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 22013th of 27321 | 12 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
8.55% 121st/1416 |
12.26% 169th/1379 |
2.62% 62nd/2366 |
10.33% 118th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
11.13% 172nd/1546 |
11.95% 186th/1556 |
3.78% 89th/2353 |
11.70% 181st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
11.41% 254th/2227 |
10.04% 244th/2430 |
5.99% 171st/2853 |
11.03% 306th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
14.78% 434th/2937 |
11.31% 394th/3483 |
9.27% 326th/3518 |
15.53% 628th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
21.09% 777th/3685 |
16.09% 720th/4475 |
12.09% 628th/5194 |
21.72% 1372nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
49.15% 2252nd/4582 |
35.34% 1825th/5164 |
22.34% 1634th/7313 |
43.60% 3254th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
68.22% 3061st/4487 |
47.52% 3242nd/6822 |
65.98% 4141st/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
100.00% 2366th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
100.00% 2353rd/2353 |
- |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity 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 in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Tennessee across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. 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. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 91st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 139th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 222nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 405th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 748th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1836th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2846th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2080th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2640th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4212th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7368th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 22013th out of 27321 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.