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The name Claude is of French origin and means "lame" or "limping". It is derived from the Latin name Claudius, which was an ancient Roman family name.

The name became popular in the Middle Ages due to the fame of St. Claude, a 7th-century bishop of Besancon, France. It was also popularized by the French painter Claude Monet, who is considered one of the founders of the Impressionist movement.

The name Claude has been borne by several other famous people over the centuries, including Claude Debussy (French composer), Claude Giroux (Canadian ice hockey player), and Claude Rains (British actor).

Claude is a unisex name, but it is more commonly used as a male name. It peaked in popularity in the early 20th century and has since declined in usage, but still remains a classic and timeless name.

The name Claude is most popular in France, but it is also commonly used in Canada, Belgium, Switzerland, and some French-speaking African countries.

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