Klaus Name Meaning & Origin
/Klaus/Klaus is most likely a name of German origin.
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Name Origin
Derived from the Latin 'Claudius', 'Klaus' is a common given name in German-speaking countries and Scandinavia, often used as a diminutive of 'Nikolaus' (Nicholas). It has historical roots in medieval Europe and remains popular in Germany, Sweden, and Denmark.
Name Ethnicity & Nationality
These estimates show the cultural and national origins most closely associated with this name. They describe the name, not an individual's identity.
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German (Caucasian) 70% -
Swedish (Nordic) 20% -
Danish (Nordic) 10%
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Name Details
- First Name: Klaus
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
Popularity Trend
In 2025, 63 boys in the US were named Klaus.
Growth of the name Klaus in the US (SSA Data):
Klaus Numerology
Numerology is provided for entertainment only and is not scientific.
Soul Urge Number: 1
People with this name tend to be: A natural born leader, independent and ambitious.
Sources & Methodology
US popularity data comes from the Social Security Administration. Origin and ethnicity estimates are generated from name patterns and cultural distributions using AI-assisted analysis.
These results are estimates, not definitive genealogical findings. Learn more about our methodology.