Claudean is an uncommon yet distinctive given name of French origin, derived from the male name Claude, which is itself derived from the Late Latin word 'claudus', meaning 'lame' or 'limping'. However, it's important to note that this etymological root does not reflect the nature of the name itself, as it was likely used metaphorically in reference to someone who was lame due to their wisdom or limp due to their great age. The name Claudean is believed to have been popular during the Middle Ages but has since fallen out of fashion and is rarely encountered today. It's considered a unisex name, though its usage skews more towards females historically. Despite its rarity, Claudean possesses a certain charm and uniqueness that sets it apart from more common names.
Claudean had a significant number of births between 1914 and 1962, with the highest years being 1933 (21 births) and 1946 (19 births). However, there were several years with fewer than 10 births, particularly after 1950. Overall, there were a total of 459 births during this period.