Holding steady.
Popularity of Claudetta since 1933
Babies named Claudetta per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 79 |
| 1940s | 97 |
| 1950s | 82 |
| 1960s | 28 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Claudetta is a remarkably rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1933. It achieved its highest popularity in 1938, during the 1930s decade, but never entered widespread use. The trajectory of the name has been stable at extremely low frequencies, with no recorded instances of it ranking in national statistics. The name is a diminutive elaboration of Claudia, following the Italianate pattern of -etta suffixes, similar to names like Rosetta and Loretta. Despite its classical Latin roots, Claudetta remains a niche choice, likely chosen by parents seeking a unique feminine name with a vintage character.
Claudetta is a feminine diminutive of Claudia, itself the feminine form of the Roman clan name Claudius. The name's root meaning is traditionally associated with the Latin word 'claudus', meaning 'lame' or 'limping'. The name Claudia was borne by members of the prominent Roman gens Claudia. Claudetta appears as a rare elaboration, likely coined in English-speaking countries in the early 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Claudie, Etta, Dettie
Sibling names for Claudetta
Names that share Claudetta's style, for a brother or sister.
