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Claudine Girl

Popularity: #944 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

Pronunciationklaw-DEEN / klɔːˈdiːn

French; Latin

Meaning

French: Lame; Latin: Claudius' feminine form

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Claudine is derived from the Latin name Claudius, which means "lame" or "crippled." The root of Claudius can be traced back to the ancient Roman family name Claudius, which was borne by several notable figures in Roman history, including the Emperor Claudius who ruled from 41 to 54 CE. The name evolved into the feminine form Claudina in Latin, which later transitioned into Claudine as it entered the French language during the medieval period. This transition reflects the broader linguistic shifts that occurred as Latin evolved into the Romance languages, particularly in France.

The name Claudine gained prominence in the 17th century, particularly through the works of French literature. One significant milestone was the publication of "Claudine" by the French author Colette in the early 20th century, which featured a character named Claudine and contributed to the name's cultural resonance in literature. Additionally, Claudine appears in various historical texts and has been associated with notable figures in the arts and literature, further embedding it in cultural history.

Symbolically, the name Claudine has often been linked to themes of resilience and strength, stemming from its etymological roots related to overcoming physical limitations. This association has allowed the name to endure through various cultural contexts, maintaining a sense of elegance and sophistication. The diminutive form "Claudie" has also been used historically, reflecting a more affectionate or familiar usage of the name. Overall, Claudine's journey through language and culture illustrates its rich historical significance.

Trend Summary

Claudine has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the early to mid-20th century.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Claudia
  • Claudette

International Variants

  • Claudina (Spanish)
  • Claudine (French)
  • Claudia (Italian)

Famous people named Claudine

Claudine Auger is an actress best known for Thunderball, The Last Adventure, and The Girl from Rio.

Claudine Longet is a singer and actress best known for her music career and her role in The Party.

Fictional characters named Claudine

Claudine is a fictional character from the novel Claudine at School by Colette. She is a spirited and rebellious young girl navigating her school life and relationships with friends and teachers.

Claudine is a fictional character from the animated series The Magic School Bus. She is a student in Ms. Frizzle's class who often participates in the adventurous field trips that explore scientific concepts.

Sibling Suggestions

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Claudine was first seen in the United States in 1880. Claudine has ranked as high as #735 nationally, which occurred in 1970, and has been most popular in New York, California, Virginia, Georgia, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Claudine has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Claudine (2005)

StateBirthsShare
FL 5
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
18806
18815
18826
18855
18866
18876
18886
18905
18918
18928
189317
189410
189510
189613
18977
189827
189912
19009
190114
190219
190317
190419
190528
190618
190722
190830
190941
191051
191143
191267
191358
191477
1915129
1916142
1917150
1918191
1919172
1920178
1921179
1922190
1923160
1924195
1925202
1926186
1927207
1928197
1929176
1930208
1931161
1932160
1933151
1934168
1935193
1936137
1937169
1938180
1939159
1940163
1941135
1942123
1943143
1944139
1945119
1946135
1947128
1948116
1949144
1950106
1951117
1952111
195386
1954104
195587
195682
195789
195866
195969
196054
196157
196258
196374
196492
1965102
1966138
1967296
1968322
1969311
1970442
1971335
1972256
1973158
1974150
1975141
1976104
1977114
197860
197959
198054
198140
198227
198322
198435
198532
198621
198732
198820
198926
199016
199124
199221
199317
199420
199527
199627
199720
199825
199924
200019
200128
200216
200310
200415
200518
20067
200710
200813
20096
20108
20119
20125
20135
20158
20167
20217
20246