Klaus
- Pronunciation
- [Klaus]
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Danish Form Of Nicholas (People's Victory)
- Origin
- Danish
Klaus Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 1,408 baby boys have been named Klaus. The name peaked in 2022 with 84 US births that year (rank #1877). In 2024, ranked #2405 nationally — 528 places below its 2022 peak.
Top States for Klaus
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Klaus births are: California (105), Texas (31), New York (28).
Other Danish-Origin Names Like Klaus
If you like Klaus's Danish origin, consider these related names: Abellona, Agneta, Almeta, Anders, Annemette. Browse all Danish names →
5-Letter Names Starting with K
Names with Klaus's exact length and starting letter: Kaage, Kacee, Kacey, Kacia, Kacie.
Quick Facts About Klaus
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claus | People's Victory | Male | Greek |
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Compare Klaus to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Klaus against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).
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