What is "claudel"

Claudel is the surname of:

• Aurélie Claudel (1980), French model
• Camille Claudel (1864–1943), French sculptor and graphic artist
• Henri Claudel (1871–1956), French general
• Paul Claudel (1868–1955), French poet and diplomat
• Philippe Claudel (1962), French writer and film director
• Véronique Claudel (1966), French biathlete