Claudius Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Claudius Name at a Glance

Name	Claudius
Meaning	'Hamlet, Prince of Denmark' King of Denmark.
Origin	Shakespearean
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Claudius Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Claudius means “'Hamlet, Prince of Denmark' King of Denmark”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Claudius Name Origin

Our database records Claudius under Shakespearean origin. Browse more Shakespearean baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Claudius a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Claudius is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Claudius

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