"group, team, company of people"
Origin: Old French via English
Language: English
Crew
Pronunciation: [ kr-OO ]
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The Story of Crew
Crew is an emerging modern given name derived from the English word 'crew,' meaning a group or team of people working together. The word traces to the Old French 'creue,' meaning an increase or growth in military forces (from 'croistre,' to grow). As a baby name, Crew is very new, entering use in the early 21st century. It gained celebrity attention when TV personality Kristin Cavallari and NFL quarterback Jay Cutler named their son Crew in 2012.
Crew entered the US baby name charts in the 2010s and has been steadily rising, fitting the trend toward short, strong, one-syllable names like Knox, Ace, and Blaze. It remains unusual enough to feel distinctive while being easy to spell and pronounce.
Crew represents the newest wave of given names in American culture — everyday vocabulary words used as names, projecting values of teamwork, belonging, and community. It joins names like Sage, River, and Story in this expressive modern naming trend.
Historical Record
Crew first appeared in US Social Security records in 1995.
Over 11,153 babies have been named Crew in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Crew is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #250 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Crew entered US popularity charts following celebrity baby Crew Cutler's birth in 2012
- The word 'crew' originally referred to military reinforcements in 15th-century Old French
- Crew rowing (the sport) uses the same word — from the same Old French root
Crew in Other Languages
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Popularity Over Time
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Famous People Named Crew
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Crew Cutler
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Son of TV personality Kristin Cavallari and NFL quarterback Jay Cutler, one of the first high-profile bearers of this mo...
Son of TV personality Kristin Cavallari and NFL quarterback Jay Cutler, one of the first high-profile bearers of this modern name
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #250
- Total SSA Count
- 1,413
- Cultural Origins
- American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, quick 1-1 syllable combo
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Classic pairing, smooth 1-2 syllable flow
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Frequently Asked Questions About Crew
What does the name Crew mean?
"group, team, company of people" (from Old French via English). Crew is an emerging modern given name derived from the English word 'crew,' meaning a group or team of people working together. The word traces to the Old French 'creue,' meaning an increase or growth in military forces (from 'croistre,' to grow). As a baby name, Crew is very new, entering use in the early 21st century. It gained celebrity attention when TV personality Kristin Cavallari and NFL quarterback Jay Cutler named their son Crew in 2012.
What is the origin of the name Crew?
Crew has Old French via English and American origins. In Old French via English, it means "group, team, company of people".
Is Crew a boy or girl name?
Crew is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #250. As a girl name, it is ranked #42175. Crew is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Crew?
Crew is pronounced kr-OO.
How popular is the name Crew?
Crew is currently ranked #250 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Crew?
Popular middle name pairings include Crew James, Crew Austin, Crew Walker, Crew Reid, Crew Allen, and Crew Thomas.
What are good sibling names for Crew?
Names that pair well with Crew as siblings include Knox, True, Bear, Arrow, Story, and Reign.
How many syllables does Crew have?
Crew has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Crew a common or rare name?
Crew is a popular name, ranked #250 for boys. It is well-known without being overused.
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About the Name Crew
Crew is a boy name with American origins . The name means "group, team, company of people" in Old French via English .
Is Crew a boy or girl name? Crew is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #250 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #42,175. Crew is more commonly used as a boy name.
Crew is currently ranked #250 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Crew has 1 syllable and is pronounced kr-OO, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Crew include Creed, Cree, Creedence, Creighton, Creek . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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