Holding steady.
Popularity of Claudene since 1913
Babies named Claudene per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 45 |
| 1920s | 129 |
| 1930s | 188 |
| 1940s | 141 |
| 1950s | 78 |
| 1960s | 63 |
| 1970s | 27 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Claudene is a feminine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1913 and reached its peak usage in 1934. Although its exact origin is unclear, it is generally considered an elaboration of the classic name Claude, which carries the meaning 'lame' from the Roman Claudius. The suffix -ene was a fashionable addition in the early 20th century, seen in similar names like Arlene and Darlene. Claudene's trajectory has been stable but very low in recent decades, and it has not ranked among the top names for any year. While no top states are recorded, the name was scattered across the country. It remains an uncommon choice, appealing to those who appreciate vintage, underused names with a soft, feminine sound.
Claudene is a feminine name that appears to be an elaboration of Claude, which derives from the Roman family name Claudius, meaning 'lame' or 'crippled'. It emerged in the early 20th century, possibly as a variant of Claudine or a combination of Claude with the popular suffix -ene. The name saw modest use in the United States, peaking in the 1930s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Claudy, Dene
Sibling names for Claudene
Names that share Claudene's style, for a brother or sister.
