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Claudia

Girl · Latin · Medium name

Meaning
Lame, of the enclosure, of the limping

Meaning varies between reference sources.

Pronunciation
KLAH-dee-ah
Origin
Latin

Feminine of Claudius, from Latin 'claudus' meaning lame.

Popularity
Common in Italy (2023)

Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023

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Languages in use: Latin, Italian

Commonly used in: Italy, United States, Spain

Alternate spellings

  • ClaudeFrench / English

    Masculine form.

Cultural associations

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  • Claudia

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    Mentioned in Paul's epistles; an early Christian woman in Rome.

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Sources for this record

Behind the Name, Latin Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.

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