Boy Name

Claus

"German and Scandinavian form of Nicholas; means victory of the people."

About the Name Claus

Meaning

German and Scandinavian form of Nicholas; means victory of the people.

Origin

Greek

Gender

Boy

First Letter

Claus is a boy name of Greek origin. The name means "German and Scandinavian form of Nicholas; means victory of the people." and It has been used throughout history. Browse more names starting with C or explore other Greek names.

Popularity Over Time

#55

1950

#69

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Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Names Similar to Claus

Klaus

Boy

Victory of the people. German form of Nicholas, from Greek Nikolaos.

German/Greek #2405

Nicholas

Boy

Victory of the people, representing triumph and leadership.

Greek #118

Nils

Boy

Victory of the people; Scandinavian form of Nicholas symbolizing triumph and leadership.

Scandinavian #4979

Quick Facts

Syllables: 1
Letters: 5
Starts with: C
Origin: Greek