The nameClaudy
Claudy is a nickname for Claude, given to boys and girls alike. It was mostly given in France in the 1950s.
- Unisex name
- Latin
Meaning
Like Claude, it comes from the Latin Claudius, the name of a great Roman family, linked to claudus, "lame".
Origin
Latin, through Claude.
History
Found since the 1920s, Claudy peaked in France around 1950, slightly more often for boys. It is also common in Belgium. It is no longer given.
Popularity of the name Claudy
Claudy in France
Claudy was most popular in France in the 1950s, with 725 births over the decade, 33% of all recorded babies named Claudy. Its rise began around 1931, and it peaked in 1951. Half of all babies named Claudy in France were born before 1956, so it is mostly a grandparents' generation name.
Variants and related names
Claudy in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Claudy mean?
Like Claude, it comes from the Latin Claudius, the name of a great Roman family, linked to claudus, "lame".
What is the origin of the name Claudy?
Latin, through Claude.
Is Claudy a girl's or a boy's name?
Claudy is a unisex name, given to both girls and boys.
What are the variants of the name Claudy?
Variants and related names of Claudy include Claude.