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Claudette
Pronounced klaw-DET /klɔˈdɛt/Medium
Meaning: A French diminutive feminine of Claude, from the Roman family name Claudius, 'lame' (from claudus)Low
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History & Origin
Claudette is a French diminutive feminine of Claude, from the Roman family name Claudius, 'lame' (from claudus). A graceful, vintage name (said 'klaw-DET').
In the U.S. it appears rarely today, more common mid-century. Rare, a French feminine, and vintage.
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What does the name Claudette mean?
Claudette is a French feminine of Claude, from the Roman family name Claudius, 'lame'.
How do you pronounce Claudette?
It's said klaw-DET /klɔˈdɛt/ — two syllables, stress on the second.
Is Claudette a boy or girl name?
Claudette is a girl's name.
How popular is Claudette?
Claudette is a rare name in the U.S. today.