MallowbyNames

Claudis

KLAW-dis · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Claudius, meaning 'lame' or 'limping'.

Peak popularity
1914
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Claudis since 1914

Babies named Claudis per year in U.S. Social Security records.

5914192019602000Most births 1919Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1910s51
1920s84
1930s68
1940s62
1950s70
1960s13
1970s5
1980s0
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Claudis is a rare masculine name with Latin roots, likely a variant of the Roman family name Claudius. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1914, with its peak usage that same year. Since then, it has remained extremely uncommon, with no recent rank or frequency data available. The name has never been associated with any particular state or region. Its stable trajectory suggests a very low but consistent level of use, primarily by families seeking an uncommon classic name. For parents drawn to ancient Roman names but wanting something distinctive, Claudis offers a unique alternative to more common forms like Claude or Claudius.

Claudis is likely a variant of Claudius, a Roman family name derived from the Latin 'claudus' meaning 'lame' or 'limping'. The name Claudius was borne by several Roman emperors and has been used in various forms throughout Europe. Its use in the United States appears limited, with records beginning in the early 20th century.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Claude

Variants: Claudius, Claudio, Claude

Sibling names for Claudis

Names that share Claudis's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Claudis mean?
Claudis is likely a variant of Claudius, which in Latin means 'lame' or 'limping'.
Is Claudis a popular name?
Claudis is extremely rare. According to U.S. data, it first appeared in 1914 and has not ranked in the top 1000 names in any recent year.
Is Claudis a boy's name or a girl's name?
Claudis is typically used as a boy's name.