Claudell Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: klaw-DEL /klɔːˈdɛl/
Origin: Latin; French
Meaning: Latin: Lame; French: A diminutive of Claude
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Claudell is derived from the Latin name Claudius, which means "lame" or "crippled." The root of Claudius can be traced back to the Latin verb "claudicare," meaning "to limp." This name was borne by several notable figures in Roman history, including the Emperor Claudius, who ruled from 41 to 54 CE. The name Claudius was subsequently adopted into various languages, evolving through forms such as Claudi and Claude in French, before reaching its Anglicized form in English.
In the medieval period, the name Claudius was popularized through the Christian tradition, particularly due to Saint Claudius, a martyr who is commemorated in various calendars. The name's prominence was further solidified by its inclusion in the Vulgate, the Latin translation of the Bible, which dates back to the late 4th century.
As Christianity spread throughout Europe, names like Claudius became associated with nobility and virtue, contributing to their endurance in various cultures. The diminutive form Claude emerged in French-speaking regions, which also influenced the adoption of Claudell in English-speaking contexts.
The name carries connotations of strength and resilience, often associated with historical figures who overcame adversity. Claudell, while less common, reflects the linguistic and cultural journey of its root name, embodying a blend of Roman heritage and Christian significance that has allowed it to persist through the centuries.
Famous people named Claudell
In this section, you will find notable people named Claudell. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Claudell who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Claudell Washington is a former professional baseball player best known for playing with the Chicago Cubs, Atlanta Braves, and New York Mets.
Claudell McMillan is a former American football player best known for his time with the New York Giants and the Philadelphia Eagles.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Claudell was first seen in the United States in 1918.
Claudell has ranked as high as #853 nationally, which occurred in 1940, and has been most popular in Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Claudell has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Claudell is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Claudell was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Claudell (1956)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MS | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Claudell.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 6 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1976 | 16 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1959 | 8 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1957 | 12 |
| 1956 | 16 |
| 1955 | 13 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1952 | 9 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1950 | 11 |
| 1949 | 13 |
| 1948 | 13 |
| 1947 | 11 |
| 1946 | 10 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1944 | 17 |
| 1943 | 11 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1941 | 13 |
| 1940 | 19 |
| 1939 | 15 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1935 | 10 |
| 1934 | 15 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1926 | 11 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1918 | 5 |