Claudia is a name of Latin origin, meaning 'lame' or 'limping'. It was borne by several prominent figures in ancient Roman history, most notably Claudia Quinta, a Roman matron who was celebrated for her heroism during the Second Punic War. In medieval times, it became popular among European nobility and has since been widely used as a given name across various cultures.
The name Claudia experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the course of a century. While it started off strong with 5 births in 1900, it peaked in the mid-80s with 26 births in 1982 and declined thereafter, reaching as low as 5 births in some years post-1990. Despite these variations, Claudia maintained a steady presence overall, with a total of 760 births recorded over this period.