Klaus - name meaning and origin

The boy's name Klaus \k-laus\. Variant of Claus, which is a diminutive of Nicholas (Greek) "victorious people". Actor Klaus Maria Brandauer.

Klaus has 2 variant forms: Klaas and Klaes.

Baby names that sound like Klaus are Clause, Claes and Claas.

Klaus is a very rare male first name and a very popular surname (source: 1990 U.S. Census). Displayed below is the baby name popularity trend for the boy's name Klaus. Compare Klaus with related baby names.