Claudean
A feminine name of French origin meaning "lame" or "halting".
Name Census estimates that about 125 living Americans carry the first name Claudean. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Claudean today is around 79 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Claudean births was 1934 (22 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Claudean. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Claudean is about 79 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Claudeans were born before 1957.
People living today
125
~ 1 in 2,742,035 Americans
Peak year
1934
22 babies that year
Average age
79
years old
1962 SSA rank
#6,728
Tracked since 1914
Popularity
Claudean: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Claudean from the 1910s through to the 1960s, spanning 6 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1930s, with 147 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1930s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Claudean by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Claudean during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Claudeans live
Origin
Meaning and history of Claudean
The given name Claudean has its roots in the ancient Roman culture, originating from the Latin name Claudius. It is believed to have emerged sometime during the Roman Republic period, which spanned from the 6th century BC to the 1st century BC.
The name Claudius is derived from the Latin word "claudus," which means "lame" or "crippled." This connection can be traced back to an ancestor of the renowned Claudian family, who was said to have been born with a physical impairment or disability.
One of the earliest and most notable references to the name Claudius is found in the writings of ancient Roman historians, who documented the exploits of Appius Claudius Caecus, a Roman politician and military leader born around 340 BC. He was a prominent figure in the Samnite Wars and was credited with the construction of the Appian Way, one of the oldest and most famous roads in ancient Rome.
Throughout history, several influential individuals have borne the name Claudean or its variants. One notable figure was Claudean of Vienne, a 6th-century bishop and saint from Vienne, France, who played a significant role in the spread of Christianity in the region.
Another prominent bearer of the name was Claudean of Auxerre, a 9th-century scholar and theologian from Auxerre, France. He was renowned for his contributions to the study of grammar and his commentaries on biblical texts.
In the 12th century, Claudean of Turin, an Italian bishop and theologian, gained recognition for his reform efforts within the Catholic Church. He advocated for the removal of religious images and statues from churches, a stance that sparked controversy during his time.
During the Renaissance period, Claudean Serres, a French mathematician and engineer born in 1551, made significant contributions to the fields of geometry and fortification design. He is credited with introducing new methods for constructing and strengthening fortifications.
In more recent times, Claudean Oliva, a French artist born in 1915, gained recognition for his distinctive style of abstract expressionism. His vibrant and dynamic paintings became highly sought after by collectors and art enthusiasts worldwide.
While the name Claudean has its origins in ancient Rome, it has transcended cultural boundaries and has been embraced by various communities throughout history. Its enduring presence serves as a testament to the rich tapestry of human civilization and the diverse narratives that have shaped our collective heritage.
People
Claudean + last name combinations
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FAQ
Claudean: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Claudean?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 125 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Claudean going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 2,742,035 US residents.
Is Claudean a common name?
We classify Claudean as "Very Rare". It ranks above 67.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 459 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Claudean most popular?
The single biggest year for Claudean was 1934, when 22 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Claudean is about 79 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Claudean a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Claudean in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.