Claes

Claes is a male first name that carries the meaning 'victory of the people'. It represents the Scandinavian form of the name Klaus.

What does the name Claes mean?

This male first name Claes means 'victory of the people'. It is derived from Klaus, which in turn goes back to the original form Nikolaus. The roots of Claes can be found in Ancient Greek, where it is derived from the words nike (νίκη) for 'victory' and laós (λαός) for 'people'.

Where does the name Claes come from?

The name Claes has Ancient Greek origins and means 'victory of the people'. The components consist of the Ancient Greek nike for 'victory' and laos for 'people'. Claes is common in Scandinavian languages, particularly Swedish.

How do you pronounce Claes?

The pronunciation of Claes is primarily monosyllabic and sounds like 'Klehs' [kleːs]. The long 'e' gives the name an extended sound, while the final 's' forms a fine, hissing closure. Claes has a Nordic and concise character due to its compact form. The sound is cool and clear, simple yet elegant.

When is the name day of Claes?

The name day of Claes is celebrated on September 25 and December 6.

Popularity

In Germany, Claes is considered a rare first name. In 2012, it reached 3,479th place on the list of the most common male baby names. Between 2010 and 2024, Claes was given in Germany fewer than 10 times, placing it at 9,082nd. In the last ten years, no child has received this name.

Famous people

• Claes (character) (character from Gunslinger Girl, cybernetically enhanced assassin.)
• Claes Bang (Danish actor)
• Claes Berg (Swedish footballer)
• Claes Corneliszoon Moeyaert (painter from the Netherlands)
• Claes Cronqvist (Swedish football player)
• Claes Eklundh (Swedish artist)
• Claes Eriksson (Swedish actor)
• Claes Eriksson (Swedish football coach)
• Claes Fellbom (Swedish film director)
• Claes Gill (writer from Norway)
• Claes Hake (Swedish sculptor)
• Claes Hylinger (Swedish writer)
• Claes Jacobsz nan der Heck (Dutch painter)
• Claes Johansson (Swedish wrestler)
• Claes Jorgensen (Danish football player)
• Claes Konig (equestrian)
• Claes Malmberg (Swedish footballer)
• Claes Mansson (Swedish actor)
• Claes Marklund (football player from Sweden)
• Claes Norden (Swedish ice hockey player)