Klaus
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Klaus is a boy name of Greek origin meaning "Victory of the people".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Greek
Popularity
82 / 100
Syllables
1
Length
5 letters
Meaning
Victory of the people
Etymology
Klaus is a German, Dutch and Scandinavian given name and surname. It originated as a short form of Nikolaus, a German form of the Greek given name Nicholas.
Famous People Named Klaus
- Klaus Iohannis — President of Romania from 2014 to 2025
- Klaus Ebner — Austrian writer
- Klaus von Klitzing — German physicist
- Klaus Kinski — German actor (1926–1991)
- Klaus Mann — German writer (1906–1949)
Frequently Asked Questions About Klaus
What does the name Klaus mean?
Klaus means "Victory of the people", and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of the name Klaus?
Klaus originates from Greek.
Is Klaus a boy or girl name?
Klaus is typically used as a boy name.
Are there famous people named Klaus?
Yes — notable people named Klaus include Klaus Iohannis (President of Romania from 2014 to 2025), Klaus Ebner (Austrian writer), Klaus von Klitzing (German physicist), Klaus Kinski (German actor, 1926–1991) and Klaus Mann (German writer, 1906–1949).
Last updated: June 2026