Claudius

Q: How popular is the name Claudius?

Claudius is ranked #31359 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ kl-AWD-ee-uhs ]

Boy Name #31,359 Most Popular Hidden Gem 8 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Claudius is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced kl-AWD-ee-uhs.

Parents who love the name Claudius often also consider Deason, Oron, Chong .

Popularity Over Time

#31,359

Current Rank

Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #31,359
Total SSA Count: 5

Alternative Spellings

Claudio #3120 Claude #3333

Nicknames

Cla Cly Claie Clauie

Middle Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions About Claudius

Is Claudius a boy or girl name?

Claudius is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Claudius?

Claudius is pronounced kl-AWD-ee-uhs.

How popular is the name Claudius?

Claudius is currently ranked #31359 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Claudius?

Common nicknames for Claudius include Cla, Cly, Claie, and Clauie.

Is Claudius a common or rare name?

Claudius is an uncommon name, ranked #31359 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Claudius

Claudius is a boy name .

Claudius is currently ranked #31,359 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Claudius include Cla, Cly, Claie, and Clauie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Claudius include Claudio, Claude . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.